cooling HONDA CIVIC 2014 9.G Owners Manual

ContentsThis owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 27For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 392Instrument Panel P. 67Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Displays P. 822Controls P. 103Clock P. 104 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 106
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
* P. 130
Adjusting the Seats P. 146
Climate Control System
* P. 165
2 Features P. 169Audio System P. 170 Audio System Basic Operation P. 176, 179, 197
Customized Features
* P. 233 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
* P. 246, 277
2Driving P. 303Before Driving P. 304 Towing a Trailer P. 309
Rearview Camera
* P. 342 Refueling P. 343 Fuel Economy P. 346
2Maintenance P. 349Before Performing Maintenance P. 350 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 353
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 389
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System
* Maintenance P. 403
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 409Tools P. 410 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 411
Overheating P. 433 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 4352Information P. 443Specifications P. 444 Identification Numbers P. 448
Emissions Testing P. 451 Warranty Coverages P. 453

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64Safety Labels P. 65Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 121 Security System P. 125 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 128
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 131 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 144
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 154 Heating and Cooling
* P. 161
Audio Error Messages P. 224General Information on the Audio System P. 230When Driving P. 313 Braking P. 337Parking Your Vehicle P. 341
Accessories and Modifications P. 347Maintenance Under the Hood P. 361 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 376
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 391 Battery P. 400 Remote Transmitter Care
* P. 401
Cleaning P. 404
Engine Does Not Start P. 426 Jump Starting P. 429Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 432
Fuses P. 439 Emergency Towing P. 442Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 449 Reporting Safety Defects P. 450
Authorized Manuals P. 455 Customer Service Information P. 456
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 27
Instrument Panel
P. 67
Controls
P. 103
Features
P. 169
Driving
P. 303
Maintenance
P. 349
Handling the Unexpected
P. 409
Information
P. 443
Index
P. 457

2Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference GuideVisual Index
❙Navigation System
*
() See Navigation System Manual❙Audio System
(P 176, 179, 197)
❙Hazard Warning Button❙Seat Heater Switches
* (P 160)
❙Ignition Switch
*1 (P 131)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 143)❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
* (P 330)
❙ECON Button
* (P 325)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
* (P 330)
❙Heating and Cooling System
*
(P 161)❙Climate Control System
* (P 165)
❙Rear Window Defogger
(P 142)

❙Heated Mirror Button
* (P 142)

❙System Indicators
(P 68)
❙Gauges
(P 82)
❙Information Display
* (P 84)
❙intelligent Multi-Information
Display (i-MID)
* (P 86)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button
*1 (P 132)
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

12Quick Reference Guide
Heating and Cooling System
* (P 161)
● 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 dial 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

64Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas HazardCarbon Monoxide GasThe engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.■Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system
*/climate control
system
* as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
* in the same manner
if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
3
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
* Not available on all models

69
uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 435
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts, or
after several seconds if the engine
did not start. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.●Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 451
●Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 436
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
heating and cooling system
*/climate
control system
* and rear defogger in
order to reduce electricity consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 435
* Not available on all models

103
Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 104
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 106Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*....... 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 114
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*........ 117
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 121
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 125
Security System Alarm
*.................... 125
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 128Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*..... 130
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 131
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 132
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 135
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Fog Lights
*...................................... 139
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 142
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 143 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 144
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 144
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 146
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 154
Interior Convenience Items .............. 156
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
*........ 161
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 167
* Not available on all models

142
uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window
and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON
(w
*1.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 20 minutes.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
NOTICEWhen cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.
Models with heating and cooling systemModels with climate control system
* Not available on all models

161
Continued
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 Dial
Adjusts 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
ButtonTurns 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) Button
Press 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) Button
Recirculates 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

uuHeating and Cooling
*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
*
162Controls
The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air.
1. Adjust the fan speed using 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.■
Heating
1Heating
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 button
Models without A/C button
* Not available on all models