Get Controls -> Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Guide for Honda Civic 4 Door Eleventh Generation (2023-2026)

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel

ENGINE START/STOP Button

1ENGINE START/STOP Button

Changing the Power Mode

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ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range

You can start the engine when the keyless remote is

inside the vehicle.

Continuously Variable Transmission

Manual Transmission

VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)

Operating Range

The button is off.

The steering wheel is locked^*1.

The power to all electrical

components is turned off.

ACCESSORY

The button blinks (in red).

Operate the audio system and

other accessories in this position.

The engine may also start if the keyless remote is

close to the door or window, even if it is outside the

vehicle.

ON mode:

The ENGINE START/STOP button is on (in red), if the

engine is running.

ON

The button blinks (in red).

All electrical components can be

used.

If the battery of the keyless remote is getting low, the

engine may not start when you push the ENGINE

START/STOP button. If the engine does not start,

refer to the following link.

Without pressing

the brake pedal

Without pressing

the clutch pedal

Press the button without the

transmission in (P

Press the button.

.

2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak

P. 781

Press the button with the

transmission in (P

Put the transmission into (P.

.

*1:Manual transmission models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluENGINE START/STOP Button

1ENGINE START/STOP Button

Automatic Power Off

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Manual transmission models

If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in (P

(continuously variable transmission) and the power mode in ACCESSORY, the

vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid

draining the battery.

If the power mode does not change from VEHICLE

OFF to ACCESSORY, press the ENGINE START/STOP

button while moving the steering wheel left and

right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the

mode to change.

Manual transmission models

When in this mode:

Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON

when you get out.

The steering wheel does not lock. You cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote

transmitter or the keyless access system. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button

twice to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

Power Mode Reminder

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If you open the driver's door when the power mode is in ACCESSORY, a warning

beep sounds.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluENGINE START/STOP Button

1Keyless Remote Reminder

Keyless Remote Reminder

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When the keyless remote is within the system's

operational range, and all the doors are closed, the

warning function cancels.

When the power mode is set to any mode

other than OFF and you remove the keyless

remote from the vehicle and shut the door, an

alarm will sound. If the alarm continues to

sound, place the keyless remote in another

location.

If the keyless remote is taken out of the vehicle after

the engine has been started, you can no longer

change the ENGINE START/STOP button mode or

restart the engine. Always make sure if the keyless

remote is in your vehicle when you operate the

ENGINE START/STOP button.

■

When the power mode is in

ACCESSORY

The alarm will sound from outside the vehicle.

Removing the keyless remote from the vehicle

through a window does not activate the warning

buzzer.

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When the power mode is in ON

An alarm will sound both inside and outside

the vehicle. In addition, a warning indicator

will appear on the instrument panel.

Do not put the keyless remote on the dashboard or in

the glove box. It may cause the warning buzzer to go

off. Under some other conditions that can prevent

the vehicle from locating the keyless remote, the

warning buzzer may also go off even if the keyless

remote is within the system's operational range.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluTurn Signals

Turn Signals

The turn signals can be used when the power

mode is in ON.

1Turn Signals

The turn signal indicator on the instrument panel will

blink when the external turn signal blinks.

2 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

P. 106

(A)

(B)

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(A): Turn signal

Push the lever up or down based on the

direction you want to turn, and the turn signal

will blink.

(B)

(A)

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(B): One-touch turn signal

When you lightly push the lever up or down

and release it, the turn signal will blink 3

times.

u If you lightly push the lever in the

opposite direction while it is blinking, the

blinking will stop.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches

Light Switches

1Light Switches

Manual Operation

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If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF while

the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver's

door is opened.

Rotating the light switch turns the lights on

and off, regardless of the power mode

setting.

High Beams

When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the

instrument panel will be on.

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High beams

Push the lever forward until you hear a click.

2 Lights On Indicator P. 106

Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off

because it will cause the battery to discharge.

Flashing the high beams

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Low beams

When in high beams, pull the lever back to

Low Beams

return to low beams.

Turns on parking lights, side

marker, tail, and rear license

plate lights

If you sense that the level of the headlights is

abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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Flashing the high beams

Pull the lever back, and release it.

Turns on headlights, side

marker, parking lights, tail, and

rear license plate lights

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Lights off

Turn the lever to OFF either when:

• The shift lever is in (P (continuously

variable transmission).

• The parking brake is applied.

To turn the lights on again, turn the lever to

OFF to cancel the lights off mode. Even if you

do not cancel the lights off mode, the lights

come on automatically when:

• The transmission is taken out of (P

(continuously variable transmission) and the

parking brake is released.

• The vehicle starts to move.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches

1Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

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We recommend that you turn on the lights manually

when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas

such as long tunnels or parking facilities.

Automatic lighting control can be used when

the power mode is in ON.

The light sensor is in the location shown below.

Do not cover this light sensor with anything;

otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not

work properly.

When the light switch is in AUTO, the

headlights and other exterior lights will switch

on and off automatically depending on the

ambient brightness.

Models without automatic

intermittent wipers

The headlights come on when you unlock a

door in dark areas with the headlight switch in

AUTO.

Light Sensor

u Once you lock the door, the headlights

will go off.

Models with automatic intermittent

wipers

Light Sensor

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches

1Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

Headlight Integration with Wipers

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U.S. models

The headlights automatically come on when the wipers are used several times within

a certain number of intervals with the headlight switch in AUTO.

The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.

You can adjust the auto light sensitivity as follow:

The exterior lights come on

Setting

when the ambient light is at

Max

Bright

High

Automatic Lighting Off Feature

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Mid

The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15

seconds after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, take the keyless remote with

you, and close the driver's door.

Low

Dark

Min

2 Settings P. 138

2 Customized Features P. 390

If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF with the headlight switch on, but do not

open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the

AUTO position).

1Headlight Integration with Wipers

This feature activates while the headlights are off in

AUTO.

The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock

the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the

driver's door, you will hear a reminder chime alerting you that the lights are on.

The instrument panel brightness does not change

when the headlights come on.

At dark ambient light levels, the automatic lighting

control feature turns on the headlights, regardless of

the number of wiper sweeps.

1Automatic Lighting Off Feature

You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.

2 Settings P. 138

2 Customized Features P. 390

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluFog Lights^*

Fog Lights^*

When the low beam headlights are on, turn

the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.

Fog Light Switch

Daytime Running Lights

The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have

been met:

• The power mode is in ON.

• The headlight switch is AUTO or

• The parking brake is released.

.

The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Setting the power mode to

VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights.

The daytime running lights are off once the headlight switch is turned on, or when

the headlight switch is in AUTO and it is getting darker outside.

* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAuto High-Beam

Auto High-Beam

The front wide view camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as

the lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving

at night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and

high beam depending on the situation.

1Auto High-Beam

The auto high-beam system does not always operate

in every situation. This system is just for assisting the

driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch

the headlights between high beam and low beam

manually if necessary.

How to Use the Auto High-Beam

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If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient

for driving, change the headlight beams manually.

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Activating the system

When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator

comes on and between the high beam and low beam switches automatically

depending on the situation.

The range and the distance at which the camera can

recognize varies depending on conditions

surrounding your vehicle.

• The power mode is in ON.

• The light switch is in AUTO.

• The lever is in the low beam position.

• The headlights have been automatically

activated.

Auto High-Beam

Indicator

Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to

the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.

2 Front Wide View Camera P. 651

Light Switch

• It is dark outside the vehicle.

For the auto high-beam to work properly:

•

Do not place an object that reflects light on the

dashboard.

•

Keep the windshield around the camera clean.

When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to

apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.

Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area

around the camera.

If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have

been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.

• Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.

•

Do not touch the camera lens.

If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of

the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAuto High-Beam

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Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam

1How to Use the Auto High-Beam

When the auto high-beam indicator comes on, the headlights switch between high

beam and low beam based on the following conditions.

In the following cases, the auto high-beam system

may not switch the headlights properly or the

switching timing may be changed. In case of the

automatic switching operation does not fit for your

driving habits, please switch the headlights manually.

High beam

Low beam

All of the following conditions must

be met before the high beams turn

on.

One of the following conditions

must be met before the low beams

turn on.

•

The brightness of the lights from the preceding or

oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.

●

Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow,

fog, windshield frost, etc.).

Your vehicle speed is 25 mph (40

km/h) or more.

Your vehicle speed is 15 mph (24

km/h) or less.

There is a preceding or oncoming

Surrounding light sources, such as street lights,

electric billboards and traffic lights are illuminating

the road ahead.

●

There are no preceding or

oncoming vehicles with

vehicles with headlights or

taillights turned on.

There are many street lights on

headlights or taillights turned on.

There are few street lights on the

road ahead.

•

The brightness level of the road ahead constantly

changes.

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the road ahead.

•

The road is bumpy or has many curves.

A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a

vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or

oncoming direction.

•

Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.

A traffic sign, mirror, or other reflective object

ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.

The oncoming vehicle frequently disappears under

roadside trees or behind median barriers.

The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle,

bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.

•

The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low

beam when:

•

Windshield wipers are operating at a high speed.

The camera has detected a dense fog.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAuto High-Beam

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Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam

1How to Use the Auto High-Beam

If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam,

follow either of the procedures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-

beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.

How to turn off the Auto High-Beam System

You can turn the auto high-beam system on and off.

Models with A-type meter

2 Settings P. 138

Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

Using the lever:

Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it within about

one second while driving.

2 Customized Features P. 390

If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate:

Camera temperature too high message appears:

u To reactivate the auto high-beam, pull the lever toward you for flashing the

high beams then release it while driving. The auto high-beam indicator will

come on.

•

Use the climate control system to cool down the

interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode

with the airflow directed toward the camera.

Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield

temperature, which cools down the area around

the camera.

Using the light switch:

Turn the light switch to

•

.

u To reactivate the auto high-beam, turn the light switch to AUTO when the

lever is in the low beam position, the auto high-beam indicator will come on.

If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate:

Clean front windshield or poor viewing

conditions. message appears:

•

Park your vehicle in a safe place, and make sure the

windshield is clean.

Clean the windshield if it is dirty. If the message

does not disappear after driven for a while, have

your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers

Wipers and Washers

1Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wiper/Washer

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NOTICE

The windshield wipers and washers can be

used when the power mode is in ON.

Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.

The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber

blades will get damaged.

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MIST

The wipers run at high speed until you release

the lever.

NOTICE

Pull to

use

washer.

Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.

The pump may get damaged.

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Wiper switch (OFF, INT^*1/AUTO^*2, LO,

HI)

NOTICE

In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the

windshield.

Operating the wipers in this condition may damage

the wipers. Use the defogger to warm the

windshield, then turn the wipers on.

Move the lever up or down to change the

wiper settings.

Intermittent Time

Adjustment Ring^*

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Adjusting wiper operation^*

MIST

Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper

operation.

Models with intermittent time adjustment ring

If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are operating

intermittently, the length of the wipe interval shortens.

When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation's

shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become

the same.

OFF

INT^*1/AUTO^*2

LO: Low speed wipe

HI: High speed wipe

Lower speed, fewer sweeps

Higher speed, more sweeps

The wiper motor may stop motor operation

temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation

will return to normal within a few minutes, once the

circuit has returned to normal.

■

Washer

Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.

When you release the lever for more than one

second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two

or three more times to clear the windshield,

then stop.

If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as

the buildup of snow, park the vehicle in a safe place.

Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power

mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then remove

the obstacle.

*1: Models with manual intermittent operation

*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation

* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers

1Automatic Intermittent Wipers^*

Automatic Intermittent Wipers^*

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The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.

When you push the lever down to AUTO, the

windshield wipers sweep once, and go into

the automatic mode.

Rainfall Sensor

The wipers operate intermittently, at low

speed, or at high speed and stop in

accordance with the amount of rainfall the

Adjustment Ring

rainfall sensor detects.

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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.

NOTICE

AUTO should always be turned OFF before the

following situations in order to prevent severe

damage to the wiper system:

•

Cleaning the windshield

Driving through a car wash

No rain present

Sensor sensitivity

Low sensitivity

High sensitivity

* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers

Rear Wiper/Washer

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The rear wiper and washer can be used when

the power mode is in ON.

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Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)

Change the wiper switch setting according to

the amount of rain.

■

Washer (

)

OFF

Sprays on the rear window while you rotate

the switch to this position.

INT: Intermittent

ON: Continuous wipe

Washer

Hold it to activate the rear wiper and to spray

the washer. Once released, the washer spray

will stop and the rear wiper will return to its

selected switch setting after a few sweeps.

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Operating in reverse

When you put the transmission into (R with the windshield wipers activated, the

rear wiper operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.

Windshield Wiper Operation

Intermittent

Rear Wiper Operation

Intermittent

Low speed wipe

High speed wipe

Continuous

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror^*Button

Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror^*Button

Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror^*button to defog the rear window

and mirrors^*when the power mode is in ON.

The rear defogger and heated door mirror^*

automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes

depending on the outside temperature.

1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror^*Button

This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off

when the window has been defogged.

Also, do not use the system for a long time while the

engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making

it difficult to start the engine.

However, if the outside temperature is 32°F

(0°C) or below, it does not automatically

switch off.

Models with heated door mirror

When the power mode is set to ON and the outside

temperature is below 41°F (5°C), the heated door

mirror may automatically activate for 10 minutes.

* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control

Models with A-type meter

Brightness Control

When the power mode is in ON, you can use

1Brightness Control

the brightness control dial to adjust

instrument panel brightness.

Brighten: Turn the dial up.

Dim: Turn the dial down.

The brightness of the instrument panel will be

reduced when the following conditions:

•

The power mode is in ON.

The parking lights are turned on and it is dark

outside.

Control Dial

You will hear a beep when the brightness

reaches minimum or maximum. Several

seconds after adjusting the brightness, you

will be returned to the previous screen.

The brightness can be set differently for when the

exterior lights are on, and when they are off.

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Brightness level indicator

The brightness level is shown on the driver

information interface while you are adjusting

it.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control

Models with B-type meter

Brightness Control

The brightness of the gauge is automatically

adjusted depending on the ambient

brightness.

1Brightness Control

Several seconds after you have adjusted the

brightness, you will be returned to the previous

screen.

• The brightness becomes darker when the

ambient light is dark.

• The brightness becomes brighter when the

ambient light is bright.

Control Dial

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Adjusting the brightness manually

When the power mode is in ON, you can use

the brightness control dial to adjust

instrument panel brightness.

Brighten: Turn the dial up.

Dim: Turn the dial down.

u You can change the setting even when

the ambient lighting is bright, but the

brightness of the gauge won't change.

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Brightness level indicator

The brightness level is shown on the driver

information interface while you are adjusting

it.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you

can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.

1. While the vehicle is stopped, push the

1Adjusting the Steering Wheel

3

WARNING

To lock

steering wheel adjustment lever down.

u The steering wheel adjustment lever is

under the steering column.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while

driving may cause you to lose control of the

vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and

in or out.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the

vehicle is stopped.

u Make sure you can see the instrument

panel gauges and indicators.

Lever

To adjust

3. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up

to lock the steering wheel in position.

u After adjusting the position, make sure

you have securely locked the steering

wheel in place by trying to move it up,

down, in, and out.

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