2013 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN air conditioning

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Quick Reference Guide
Heating and Cooling System* (P 142)
● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow.
● Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from.
● Rotate the temperature control di al to adjust the temperature.
● Use the button for maximum cool setting.
● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
Fan Control
Dial
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror
*) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning)
Button*
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents. Air flows from dashboard
vents.
Button
Button
Button
Button
Temperature Control Dial Button
Button
Mode Buttons
Button (Rear Window Defogger) Button
Models without A/C button

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Quick Reference Guide
Climate Control System* (P146)
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details.
On models with navigation system
(MODE Control) Button
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard
vents. (Recirculation) Button
Temperature
Control Dial AUTO Button
(ON/OFF) ButtonFan Control Dial
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Heating and Cooling*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C*
Mode ButtonsChange airflow.
Floor and defroster vents Floor vents Dashboard and floor vents Dashboard vents
Fan Control DialAdjusts the fan speed.
Rotate the dial all the
way to OFF to turn
everything off.
Button*Turns on the A/C, selects airflow
from the dashboard vents, and
switches the mode to recirculation.
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button*Press to cool the interior or dehumidify
while heating.
Windshield Defroster
Button
Turns on the A/C, selects airflow
from the defroster vents at the
base of the windshield, and
switches the mode to fresh air.
Temperature Control DialAdjusts the interior temperature.
(Recirculation) ButtonPress the button and switch the mode
depending on environmental conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on):
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior
through the system.
Fresh Air Mode (indicator off):
Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system
in fresh air mode in normal situations.
(Recirculation) ButtonRecirculates air from the vehicle’s
interior through the system.
(Fresh Air) Button*Maintains outside ventilation. Keep
the system in fresh air mode in
normal situations.
Models without
A/C button
* Not available on all models

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uuHeating and Cooling*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C*
Controls
The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air.
1. Adjust the fan speed usi ng the fan control dial.
2. Select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial.
■To rapidly warm up the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Select .
3. Set the temperature to maximum warm.
4. Press the button (the indicator on).
■To dehumidify the interior*
When used in combination with the heater, the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.
1. Turn the fan on.
2. Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.
■Heating1Heating
When you select , the mode automatically
switches to fresh air.
1To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.
Models with A/C buttonModels without A/C button
* Not available on all models

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uuHeating and Cooling*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C*
Controls
Pressing the button turn s the air conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
4. Set the temperature to maximum warm.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
Models with A/C buttonModels without A/C button

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Controls
Climate Control System*
Using Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heat ed or cooled air that will as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference.
Use the system when th e engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature us ing the temperature control dial.
3. Press the (ON/OFF) button to cancel.1Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in auto, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button that were pressed will be
controlled automatically.
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on AUTO, and setting the
temperature to low. Cha nge the fresh mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.
(ON/OFF)
Button
(Recirculation) Button
Floor and
defroster
vents
Floor vents
Dashboard
and floor
vents
Dashboard
vents
AUTO
Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Temperature
Control Dial
Fan Control
Dial
* Not available on all models

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uuClimate Control System*uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the (recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through
the system.
Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.
Pressing the (windshield defroster) button
turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.
Press the button agai n to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows 1.Press the button.
2. Press the button.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
1Using Automatic Climate Control
Pressing the button swit ches the climate control
system between on and off. When turned on, the
system returns to your last selection.
While in the ECON mode, the climate control system
has greater temperature fluctuations.
1 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity. This
impedes visibility.

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: LX, HF and Canadian DX models
*2: EX, U.S. EX-L and Canadian Touring models
ModelHonda Civic 4-Door
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 3,660 lbs (1,660 kg)*1Canada: 1,660 kg*1U.S.: 3,792 lbs (1,720 kg)*2Canada: 1,720 kg*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 1,985 lbs (900 kg)*1Canada: 900 kg*1U.S.: 2,029 lbs (920 kg)*2Canada: 920 kg*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 1,742 lbs (790 kg)*1Canada: 790 kg*1U.S.: 1,786 lbs (810 kg)*2Canada: 810 kg*2
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
1.8 ℓ engine models■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Battery
■ Washer FluidDisplacement110 cu-in (1,798 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11GS
DENSO DXU22HCR-D11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■ Light BulbsHeadlights (Low Beam)51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights 28/8W
Brake/Taillights21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Taillights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light 21W
Rear License Plate Lights5W
Trunk Light 5W
Interior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8W
* Not available on all models