2007 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN air conditioning

The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you have an optional
audio system, ref er to the operating
instructions that came with it.)
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to dis-
courage vandalism and thef t of your
vehicle..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 106
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Using the A/C .106
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Audio System .110
Audio System (Models without ...............
navigation system) . 112
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Playing the Radio .113
Playing the XM
Satellite ...................
Radio (Optional) .117
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Playing a Disc .122
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Disc Player Error Messages .128
Audio System (Models with ...............
navigation system) .130
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Playing the AM/FM Radio .130
Playing the XM
Satellite
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Radio .134
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Playing a Disc .142
Disc Player Error Messages
(Vehicles with Navigation ..................................
System) .150
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Playing a PC Card .151
AM/FM Radio Reception ............ 163
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Protecting Your Discs . 165
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Remote Audio Controls . 166
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Radio Thef t Protection . 168
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Setting the Clock .169
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Security System .170 ...............................
Cruise Control .171
All models except U.S. DX
All U.S. models except DX
Features
Features
105

Turn the dial clockwise to increase
the fan speed and airflow. Turn the
dial counterclockwise to decrease it.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
This button turns the air
conditioning on and of f . The
indicatorinthebuttonisonwhen
the A/C is on.
When the recirculation indicator is
on, air f rom the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in f rom the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode).
If equipped
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Fan Control Dial
Recirculation Button T emperature Control Dial
106
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
MODE BUTTONS
FAN CONTROL DIAL
MAX A/C BUTTON (If equipped)
(Canadian LX
and EX models)
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
BUTTON

The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes before you
feel warm air coming from the
system.
Select .
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
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
reading returns to normal.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select f resh 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 f resh air mode.
To cool the interior with MAX A/C: Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select MAX A/C.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects , and
switches to recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool. Turn the fan on.
If the A/C is of f , turn it on (if
equipped).
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry and
can prevent the windows f rom
f ogging up.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
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If equipped If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Using the Heater
Using the A/C Dehumidif y the Interior
108

When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle, or improve its perf ormance.
These accessories have been
designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.
Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
f uel. Use cruise control when
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.
Fuel Economy, A ccessories and Modif ications
A ccessories A ccessories and Modif ications
182
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

The added weight, length, and
height of a trailer will af f ect your
vehicle’s handling and perf ormance,
so driving with a trailer requires
some special driving skills and
techniques.
Foryoursafetyandthesafetyof
others,taketimetopracticedriving
maneuvers bef ore heading f or the
open road, and f ollow the guidelines
below.
Drive slower than normal in all
driving situations, and obey posted
speed limits f or vehicles with trailers.
If you have an automatic
transmission, use D position when
towing a trailer on level roads. D is
the proper shif t lever position to use
when towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
(See ‘‘ ’’ in the next
column f or additional gear
inf ormation.)Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwider
than normal. The trailer tracks a
smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
canhitorrunoversomethingthe
vehicle misses. Allow more time and
distance f or braking. Do not brake or
turn suddenly as this could cause the
trailer to jackknif e or turn over.
When climbing hills, closely watch
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (Hot) mark, turn the air
conditioning of f , reduce speed and, if
necessary, pull to the side of the
road to let the engine cool.
If the automatic transmission shifts
f requently while going up a hill, shif t
to D .
If youmuststopwhenfacinguphill,
use the f oot brake or parking brake.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in
place by pressing on the accelerator,
as this can cause the automatic
transmission to overheat.
When driving down hills, reduce
your speed, and shif t down to second
gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and
remember, it will take longer to slow
downandstopwhentowingatrailer.
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Driving Saf ely With a T railer
T owing Speeds and Gears
Driving on Hills Making T urns and Braking
Driving on Hills
Towing a Trailer
Driving
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Specifications
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echnical Inf ormat ion
283
Air Conditioning Fuses
Alignment
Lights
Battery Tires
HFC-134a
(R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
SP-10
12 V 60 W (HB3)
7°24’1°30’0°
0.00
in (0.0 mm)
P195/65R15 89H
0.08
in (2.0 mm)
Refrigerant
type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
12 V
12
V
12
V
12
V
12
V
12
V
12
V
12
V
8W 5W
21 W
3CP
21
W
21/5
W
21
W
21/5
W
12
V 51 W (HB4)
12 V 2 CP
12 V 8 W
12 V 5 W P205/55R16
89H
Headlights
Front
turn signal/side marker/
Parking lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Capacity
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
30
psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
T125/70D15
95M
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 36
AH/5 HR
45 AH/20 HR
38 AH/5 HR
45 AH/20 HR Size
Pr
essure
12 V 47 AH/20 HR P215/45R17
87V
215/45R17 91W
T125/70D16 96M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm)
See
page 275 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 274 or the fuse box
cover.
High
Low
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
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2:
3: LX, EX DX, Canadian DX-G
U.S.Si(allseasontires) 4:
5:
6:
Except U.S. Si
Optional for U.S. Si (summer tires)
U.S. Si
U.S.
Vehicles
Canada
Vehicles Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Front
Rear
Spare
3
3 3 1
2
4
6
1
2
5

CONT INUED
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Accessories .182
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .78
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Accessory Power Socket .103
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Additives, Engine Oil .225
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information .21
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Additional Safety Precautions .32
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
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Airbag Service .31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works .30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
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How the SRS Indicator Works .29
How Your Front Airbags
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Work .24
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How Your Side Airbags Work .27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
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Work .29
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SRS Components .21
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Air Conditioning System .106
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Air Pressure, Tires .246
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Antif reeze .228 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 60, 200
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Operation .200
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 168
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..........................................
Lock .78
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Armrest .93
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Audio System .110
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
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Auto Door Locking .81
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Auto Door Unlocking .83
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 171
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Automatic Transmission . 194
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Capacity, Fluid .282
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Checking Fluid Level . 232
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Shif ting .194
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .194
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Shif t Lever Positions . 195
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Shif t Lock Release . 197Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 267
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Jump Starting .263
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Maintenance .252
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Specif ications .283
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Bef ore Driving .175
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders .103
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 200
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Break-in, New Linings . 176
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Bulb Replacement .239
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Fluid .234
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Pad Wear Indicators . 199
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Parking .100
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System Indicator . 59, 269
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Braking System .199
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 176
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 73
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Brights, Headlights .72
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