When you push the lever down to AUTO, the windshield wipers sweep once, and go into the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low speed, or at high speed and stops in accordance with the amount of rainfall the rainfall sensor detects.
AUTO sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor (using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
Low sensitivity
High sensitivity
Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the following situation in order to prevent severe damage to the wiper system:
Honda Civic Service Manual. Rear Door Sash Outer Trim Removal and Installation (4-door)
8291A7 LEFT
8301A7 RIGHT
Removal
1.
Rear Door Rear Sash Outer Trim
1.
Remove the door rear sash outer trim (A).
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