A salesperson caught the attention of internet users after reporting a recurring issue that owners have with the windshield wipers on Honda cars.
Matt, who calls himself the “Honda guru,” posted a video on his TikTok profile to explain what happens if you simply lift the windshield wipers on your Honda car.
“Don’t scratch the hood of your new Civic or other Hondas by trying to lift the wipers. If you take note when grabbing them, it will make contact right there. This will scratch the back part,” Matt explained.
According to Motor 1, the windshield wipers on newer Hondas, when lifted from their standard position, arch backward and make contact with the hood before fully extending upward. Doing this frequently can cause visible scratches on the bodywork.
For this reason, Matt offered a solution: maintenance mode. “Turn off your car. Hold the wiper handle,” he explained, referring to the wiper control stalk on the steering column. “Now, we are in maintenance mode.”
When maintenance mode is activated, the wipers move to a service position away from the base of the windshield. From there, they can be safely lifted without touching the hood.
In the comments section, one user called this a “horrible design flaw,” but Matt explained that there is a function behind it. “The wipers reduce the amount of time the washer fluid temporarily blocks your view. This makes the ride safer,” he emphasized.
Photo and video: TikTok @honda.guru.matt. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
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