2022 HONDA CIVIC Owners Manual

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Pressing the (windshield defroster) button
turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches th e system to fresh air
mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1 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 temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If you press the button during Auto Idle Stop, the
engine restarts automatically.
Models with SYNC button
Models without SYNC button

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■To rapidly defrost the windows
1.Press the button.
2. Press the button.1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the syst em in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity. This
impedes visibility.
Models with SYNC button
Models without SYNC button

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You can set the temperature synchronously fo r the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.
1. Press the SYNC button.
u The system switches to synchronization mode.
2. Adjust the temperature using the driv er’s side temperature control dial.
Press the SYNC button or adjust the interior temperature using the passenger’s side
temperature control dial to return to dual mode.
■Synchronization Mode*1Synchronization Mode*
When the system is in dua l mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passe nger’s side temperature
can be set separately.
When you press the button, the system changes
to synchronization mode.
Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial Passenger’s
Side
Temperature
Control Dial
SYNC
Button
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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
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Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.Sensor
Sensor

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 230
USB Port(s) ....................................... 231
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 233
Audio Remote Controls .................... 234
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 237
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 238
Display Setup ................................... 239
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 240
Playing an iPod ................................ 242
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 245
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................. 248
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 252
Models with color audio system
Smartphone Voice Recognition ........ 253
Apple CarPlay .................................. 254
Android Auto................................... 258
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 262
Start Up ........................................... 263
Audio/Information Screen ................ 264
System Updates ............................... 275
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 280
Display Setup ................................... 281
Voice Control Operation .................. 283
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 286
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio ................... 290
Playing an iPod ................................ 301
Models with Display Audio
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 304
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 307
HondaLink ®..................................... 310
Smart Shortcuts ............................... 314
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 317
Apple CarPlay .................................. 319
Android Auto .................................. 326
Audio Error Messages ...................... 332
General Information on the Audio System ............................................. 334
Customized Features ................ 355, 363
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
*... 386
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..... 389, 409
Refuel Recommend .......................... 428
* Not available on all models

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Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service*. It can also
play USB flash drives, iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface.
*1 : Models with Display Audio
*2 : Models with color audio system
1 About Your Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio*,
contact a dealer.
2 General Information on the Audio System
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SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ®
* is a registered tra demark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.
iPod ®, iPhone ® and iTunes ® are trademarks of Apple
Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
Remote Controls iPod
USB Flash Drive
*2
*1
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uuAudio System uUSB Port(s)
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USB Port(s)
■On the front panel ( )
The USB port (2.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.
■On the front panel ( )*
The USB port (2.5A) is only for charging
devices. u You cannot play music even if you have
connected music players to it.
1USB Port(s)
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend that you us e a USB cable if you are
attaching a USB flash drive to the USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend backing up yo ur data before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
The USB port can supply up to 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless requested by the device.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise to the radio station you are
listening to.
USB charge
On the front panel
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
* Not available on all models