2004 HONDA CIVIC COUPE air conditioning

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ÎThe heating and air conditioning
systems in your Honda provide a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section de-
scribes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you selected an
optional audio system, ref er to the
operating instructions that came
with it.)
Your Honda has an anti-thef t audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it. Air conditioning is standard on LX
andEXmodelsintheU.S.,andLX
and Si models in Canada. It is
optional on other models. ...............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 90
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Air Flow Buttons . 91
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Playing the Radio . 94
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Radio Reception . 97
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Playing a CD . 99
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CD Changer . 100
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Protecting Your CDs . 101
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CD Player Error Messages . 102
CD Changer Error
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Messages . 103
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Playing a Tape . 104
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Radio Thef t Protection . 107
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Setting the Clock . 108
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Cruise Control . 110
Standard f or HX, LX and EX models in
the U.S., and LX and Si models in
Canada
Comf ort and Convenience Features
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures89
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures90
MODE CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
(A/C) BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
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Turn this dial clockwise to increase
fan speed and increase the airflow.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.Air f low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents. When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
Air f low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C. Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
This button turns the air
conditioning on and of f . The light in
thebuttonisonwhentheA/Cison.
When the light in the button is on,
air f rom the vehicle’s interior is sent
throughout the system again. When
the light is of f , air is brought in f rom
the outside of the vehicle (Fresh Air
mode). The outside air intakes f or the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh
Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C of f ,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to Recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to Fresh Air
mode.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger of f and on (see page ).
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flow from. Some air
will f low f rom the dashboard vents in
all modes.
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Standard on LX and EX models in the
U.S.,andLXandSimodelsinCanadaOptional on other models
Air Flow Buttons
Fan Control Dial
T emperature Control Dial
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Recirculation Button Rear Window Def ogger Button
Mode Control Dial
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures91
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The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear side
panels.Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the lef t.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system. Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The light in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is all the way to the left.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
1. 2. 3.4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
1. 2.3. 61
If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Ventilation
Using the Heater
Using the A /C
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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.Switch the f an on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial to your pref erence.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select . When you select , the system automatically
switches to Fresh Air mode and
turns on the A/C. (The A/C
indicator will not come on.)
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it of f . Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
(The A/C indicator will not comeon.)
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below it. This will
send more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air mode to avoid f ogging the
windows.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving.
1.2.3.4.
1.2. 3. 4.1. 2. 3.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Dehumidif y the Interior T o Def og and Def rost T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
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Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen
appropriate.
Combine several short trips into
one.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible.
an underinf lated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses f uel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering and
hard braking use more f uel.
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See
(see page
).
Always drive in the highest gear
possible. 144
For example,
Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving119
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation209
Air Conditioning
Lights Battery Fuses
Alignment
Tires
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) SP-10
12 V
12 V 60 W
2°14’45’
0°
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
P185/65R15 86H P185/70R14 87S
0.08 in ( 2.0 mm)
12 V
12 V 21 W
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 18 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 10 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 8 W
12 V 5 W
12 V
12 V 36 AH/5 HR
38 AH/5 HR
51 W
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
T125/70D15 95M
T115/70D14 88M
P195/60R15 87H
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
Headlights (HI)
Headlights (LO)
Front turn signal/Parking light
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Back-up lights
High-mount stop light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Front ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Capacity Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
CamberCaster Size
Pressure
24/2.2 CP
See page 202 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 201 or the fuse box
cover.
FrontRear
FrontRear
Front
1 : U.S.: EX Canada : Si
2: LX
3:4:5:6: 7:
(HB3)
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
(HB4)
U.S.: DX, HX Canada: DX
Canada: LX
U.S.: LX, EX Canada: Si
U.S.: DX, HX and LX
Canada : DX, LX and Si
U.S.: LX with ABS, EX
Canada: LX with ABS, Si with ABS
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 56, 195
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Jump Starting . 191
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Maintenance . 178
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Specif ications . 209
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Bef ore Driving . 113
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Belts,Seat .8,19
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Beverage Holders . 87
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Booster Seats . 45
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 139
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Break-in, New Linings . 114
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Bulb Replacement . 164
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Fluid . 163
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Parking . 131
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System Indicator . 57, 197
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Wear Indicators . 138
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Braking System . 138
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Break-in, New Car . 114 ..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 66
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Brights, Headlights . 65
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 167
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Brake Lights . 167
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Front Parking Lights . 166
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Front Side Marker Lights . 166
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Headlights . 164
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High-mount Brake Light . 168
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 167
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Specif ications . 209
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Turn Signal Lights . 166
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Bulbs, Halogen . 164
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Capacities Chart . 208
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
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Carrying Cargo . 122
Cassette Player
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Care . 106
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Operation . 104
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care . 101
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Accessories . 120
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 71
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Accessory Power Socket . 88
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Additives, Engine Oil . 152
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Airbag (SRS) . 10, 22
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Air Conditioning System . 91
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 90
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Air Pressure, Tires . 172
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High Speed Driving . 173
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Normal Driving . 172
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 212
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Antif reeze . 157
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator Light . 57, 139
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Operation . 139
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock . 71
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Audio System . 94
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Automatic Speed Control . 110
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Automatic Transmission . 130
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Capacity, Fluid . 208
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Checking Fluid Level . 160
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Shif ting . 130 .
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 130
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Shif t Lever Positions . 130
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Shif t Lock Release . 133
Index
A
B
C
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