Honda HR-V: Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side.
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2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the blade from the wiper arm.
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NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the windshield.
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
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4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end.
- The tab on the blade should fit in the indent of the top of the wiper holder.
5. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm securely.
6. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then the driver side.
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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Pivot up the bottom end of the wiper blade until it comes off from the wiper arm.
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3. Slide the wiper blade out from the end with the indent.
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NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the rear window.
4. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade that has been removed, and mount to a new rubber blade.
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5. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
- Make sure it is engaged correctly, then install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm.
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To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and
size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■ Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
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Inspection
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for
2WD.
Warm Up TWC (WU-TWC)
1. WU-TWC - Remove - Refer to: Warm Up TWC Removal and Installation (KA/KC),
or Under-Floor
TWC Removal and Installation (KA/KC)
2. WU-TWC - Inspect
Using a flashlight (A) and plug
A/C Compressor Clutch Check
Check
1. A/C Compressor Clutch Clearance - Check
Check the armature plate (A) for discoloration, peeling, or other
damage. If there is
damage, replace the clutch set.
Check the pulley (B) bearing play and drag by rotating the pulley by
hand. Also check
for grease leakage from the bearing.
