2009 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID air conditioning

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTONFAN CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
DIAL AUTO BUTTON
MODE CONTROL BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
FRESH AIR BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON
OFF BUTTON
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Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and 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 , the system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode and turns on the A/C.
In AUTO mode, the system controls
the airf low direction automatically
between the dashboard vents and
the f loor vents.
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.
To select recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to 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.
When the f lesh air indicator is on, air
is brought in f rom the outside of the
vehicle. 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.
Use the mode control buttons to
select the vents air flows from. Some
air will f low f rom the dashboard
corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Airf 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
f resh air mode.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Recirculation Button
Fresh Air Button
Mode Control Button
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Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
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. 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. 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.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to the fresh
air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then releases it
through vents near the rear window.
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If the interior is very warm,
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Ventilation
Using the HeaterUsing the A /C Dehumidif y the Interior
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Fill the f uel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks of f .
Reset trip counter to zero.
Record the total gallons (liters) needed to ref ill.
Follow one of the simple calculations above.
Direct calculation is the
recommended source of inf ormation
about your actual f uel economy.
Using f requency of f ill-ups or taking
f uel gauge readings are NOT
accurate measures of f uel economy.
Fuel economy may improve over the
f irst several thousand miles. The A/C
puts an extra load on the engine
which makes it use more f uel. Use
the f resh-air ventilation when
possible.
Combine several short trips into
one. A warmed-up engine is more
f uel ef f icient than a cold one.
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Checking Your Fuel Economy
Measuring T echniques
Calculating Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air
conditioning system
Plan and combine trips
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving
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Miles
driven Gallons
of fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 KilometersLper
100 km
Liter
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
351
Air Conditioning
Fuses
Alignment
12 Volt Battery Tires
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) SE-10Y
12 V 60 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 21 W 7°6’1°39’ 0°3’
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
P195/65R15 89S 2.0 in (2.0 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
12 V
12 V 51 W
12 V 21 W
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
5W
8W
8W
5W
Capacity 12 V 35 AH/20 HR T135/80D15 99M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Size
Pressure
12 V 2 CP
12 V 28 AH/5 HR 24/2.2 CP
Headlights
Front turn signal/side marker
lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights (in fenders)
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
Taillights (in trunk lid)
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light See page339or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page339or the fuse box
cover.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
High
Low
(HB3)
(HB4)
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
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CONT INUED
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Accessories .263
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .80
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Accessory Power Socket .101
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Additives, Engine Oil .297
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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 .32
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .31
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
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How the SRS Indicator Works .30
How Your Front Airbags
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Work .24
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How Your Side Airbags Work .28
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 .104
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Air Pressure, Tires .315
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Antif reeze .300Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator .59,280
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Operation .280
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .209
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock .80
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Armrest .95
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Audio System .110
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .83
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Auto Door Locking .82
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Auto Door Unlocking .85
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Auto Idle Stop .276,277
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
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Automatic Speed Control .214
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Automatic Transmission (CVT) .272
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Capacity,Fluid .350
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Checking Fluid Level .303
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Shif ting .273
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .272
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Shif t Lever Positions .273
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Shif t Lock Release .275 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62,336
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Jump Starting .331
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Maintenance .321
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Specif ications .350
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Bef ore Driving .253
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holder .100
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .280
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Break-in, New Linings .254
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Bulb Replacement .308
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Fluid .304
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Pad Wear Indicator .280
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Parking .99
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System Indicator .58,63,338
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Braking System .279
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Break-in, New Vehicle .254
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Brightness Control, Instruments .75
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