air conditioning HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2005 Owner's Manual (in English)

The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section de-
scribes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you selected an
optional audio system, ref er to the
operating instructions that came
with it.)
Your Honda has an anti-thef t audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it................
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 88
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Air Flow Buttons .89
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Playing the Radio .92
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Radio Reception .97
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Playing a Disc .99
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Protecting Your Discs . 108
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CD Player Error Messages . 109
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CD Changer Error Messages . 110
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Playing a Tape .111
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Radio Thef t Protection . 114
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Setting the Clock .115
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Cruise Control .117
The heating and air conditioning
systems in your Honda provide a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
LX and EX models in the U.S., and SE,
LX-GandSimodelsinCanada
Features
Features
87

Vents, Heating, and A/C
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MODE CONTROL DIALRECIRCULATION BUTTON
FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON

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.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.
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.
Switch to Recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to Fresh Air
mode.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger of f and on (see page ).
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flow from. Some air
will f low f rom the dashboard vents in
all modes. Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents. When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C.
Turn this dial to increase or decrease
the fan speed and airflow.
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
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). 67
Optional on DX models
Air Flow Buttons
Fan Control Dial
T emperature Control Dial
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Rear Window Def ogger Button
Mode Control Dial
Recirculation Button
Features
89

The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear side
panels.Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. 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 Fresh Air mode.
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
reads normally.
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 through the
system. 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.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
ON button. The indicator in the
button comes on when a f an speed
is selected.
Make sure the temperature set to
maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
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If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Ventilation
Using the Heater
Using the A /C
90

Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
(The A/C indicator will not come
on.)
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving.
Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial to your pref erence.
Set the f an to the desired speed, or
high f or f aster def rosting.
Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
(The A/C indicator will not come
on in U.S. vehicles.)
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To increase airf low to the
windshield, close the corner vents.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it of f . To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below each vent.
This send more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air mode to avoid fogging the
windows.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Dehumidif y the Interior T o Def og and Def rostT o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
Features
91

Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen
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.
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See
(see page
).
an underinf lated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses f uel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering and
hard braking use more f uel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible. 148
For example,
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation
209
Air Conditioning
Fuses
Alignment
Battery Lights Tires
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) SP-10
12 V 60 W (HB3)
2°14’0°45’0°
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
P185/65R15 86H P185/70R14 87S
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Capacity 12 V 36 AH/5 HR
Headlights
Front turn signal/side marker
lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights/Rear side
marker lights
Back-up lights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Front ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
12 V
12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V
5W 8W
5W 8W 3CP
21 W
3CP
21 W 21/5 W 21 W 27/8 W
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
T125/70D15 95M T115/70D14 88M
Size
Pressure
12 V 51 W (HB4)
5W P195/60R15 87H
See page
201or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 200or the fuse box
cover.
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2: U.S.: DX, LX without ABS
U.S.: LX with ABS, EX
U.S.: EX
Canada: Si
LX High
Low
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: Si
Canada: DX
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Canadian LX-G
Canada: LX-G, Si
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Accessories .127
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .71
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Accessory Power Socket . 86
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Additives, Engine Oil . 155
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Airbag (SRS) .11, 23
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Airbags, Additional Information . 23
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Additional Safety Precautions . 29
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ......................
Indicator Works .28
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .24
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
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SRS Components .23
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Air Conditioning System . 88
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Air Pressure, Tires .173
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High Speed Driving . 173
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Normal Driving .173
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Alcohol in Gasoline .213
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Antif reeze .157
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .57, 143 ...................................
Operation .143
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 114
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .71
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Audio System .92
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
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Automatic Speed Control . 117
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Automatic Transmission . 138
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Capacity, Fluid .208
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Checking Fluid Level . 159
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Shif ting .138
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 138
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Shif t Lever Positions . 138
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Shif t Lock Release . 140
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56, 194
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Jump Starting .190
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Maintenance .178
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Specif ications .209
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Bef ore Driving .121
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Belts, Seat .10, 20
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Beverage Holder .86 Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 143
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Break-in, New Linings . 122
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Bulb Replacement .166
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Fluid .161
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Parking .141
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System Indicator . 57,196
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Wear Indicators .142
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Braking System .142
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 122
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 66
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Brights, Headlights .65
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .167
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Brake Lights .166
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Front Parking Lights . 165
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Front Side Marker Lights . 165
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Headlights .163
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High-mount Brake Light . 168
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 166
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Specif ications .209
Bulb Replacement ....................
Turn Signal Lights . 165
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Bulbs, Halogen .163
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