2013 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 140

uu Climate Control System * u Using Automatic Climate Control 2013 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Defrosting the Windshield and Windows Pressing the (windshield defroster) button turns the air conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. Press the button again to turn off, the system returns to the previous settings. 1 Using Automatic Climate Control Pressing the button switches 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. TOC Controls ■ To rapidly defrost the windows 1. Press the 2. Press the button. button. 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. 1 To 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. Index Home 139