2002 HONDA CIVIC air conditioning

Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser f or leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the f ront surf ace. These
block the air f low and reduce cooling
ef f iciency. Use a light spray f rom a
hose or a sof t brush to remove them.If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Ref rigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specif ications on page
.)
Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it f or at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the ref rigerant.
Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualif ied mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works ef f iciently.
297Standard f or LX and EX models in
the U.S., and DX-GOP andLX models in CanadaOptional f or other models
A ir Condit ioning Syst em
Maint enance234
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Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.

Remove the f irst f ilter by pulling it
straight out of the air conditioning
unit. Remove the second f ilter by
sliding it to the lef t, then pulling it
out.Install the new f ilters. Reinstall the
cover.
Pivot the glove box up into
position. Reinstall the hooks into
thesidepanelof theglovebox.
Close the glove box.
If you are not sure how to replace
the dust and pollen f ilters, have them
replaced by your Honda dealer.
3. 4. 5.
Maint enance
Dust and Pollen Filter
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation297
Battery Fuses
Tires
Alignment
Lights
Air Conditioning
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)
SP-10
12 V
12 V 60/55 W (HB2)
21/5 W
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
12 V 5 W
12 V 8 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 8 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 21 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 21 W
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 36 AH/5 HR
Capacity Interior
Under-hood Size
Pressure
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
1°33’0°50’
0°
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
T115/70D14 88M
P185/65R15 86HP185/70R14 87S
Headlights (HI/LO)
Front turn signal/side marker
lights
Front parking light
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights/Rear side
marker lights
Back-up lights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Front ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
T125/70D15 95M
See page 289 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 288 or the fuse box
cover.
FrontRear
FrontRear
Front
1: EX
2: LX Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
1 : US: DX, LX Canada: DX
2: US:EX Canada: LX
3 : US: DX, LX without ABS Canada: DX
4 : US: EX, LX with ABS Canada: LX
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 280
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Jump Starting . 274
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Maintenance . 230
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Specif ications . 297
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Bef ore Driving . 163
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Belts,Seat .8,45
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Beverage Holder . 99
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Body Repairs . 264 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 189
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Break-in, New Linings . 164
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Bulb Replacement . 250
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Fluid . 222
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Parking . 97
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System Indicator . 62, 283
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Wear Indicators . 188
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Braking System . 188
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Break-in, New Car . 164
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
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Brights, Headlights . 70
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 251
..............................
Brake Lights . 250
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Ceiling Light . 254
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Front Parking Lights . 248
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Front Side Marker Lights . 248
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Headlights . 247
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High-mount Brake Light . 251
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License Plate Lights . 252
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 250
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Specif ications . 297
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Spotlights . 255
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Trunk Light . 253
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Accessories and Modif ications . 171
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Accessories . 171
.
Additional Safety Precautions . 172
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Modif ications . 172
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) . 81
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Accessory Power Socket . 101
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Additives, Engine Oil . 210
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Airbag (SRS) . 10, 48
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Air Cleaner Element . 225
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Air Conditioning System . 106
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Maintenance . 234
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Usage . 106
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 108
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Air Pressure, Tires . 238
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High Speed Driving . 239
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Normal Driving . 239
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 300
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Antif reeze . 213
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 62, 191
...................................
Operation . 189
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 157 Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock . 80
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Appearance Care . 257
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Audio System . 114, 126, 138
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 46
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Automatic Speed Control . 159
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Automatic Transmission . 182
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Capacity, Fluid . 296
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Checking Fluid Level . 220
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Shif ting . 183
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 182
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Shif t Lever Positions . 183
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Shif t Lock Release . 186
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