Should the Civic's cooling AC be set to ON or OFF?
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To activate cooling, select ON; to deactivate cooling, select OFF. The steps to activate cooling in the Civic are as follows: 1. Press the ON button in the central control area to turn on the air conditioning. 2. Rotate the temperature control knob counterclockwise to adjust to the desired temperature. 3. The Civic has two temperature control knobs: the left one corresponds to the driver's side, and the right one to the passenger's side. Choose accordingly. If both are on simultaneously, it is recommended to set the same temperature for both. To adjust the cooling, make sure to press the ON button next to the A/C on the screen. Additional information: The car air conditioning system creates optimal working conditions for the driver and serves as an essential ventilation device for safe driving. It generally includes a cooling device, a heating device, and a ventilation system.
After driving for nearly twenty years, I've always found the Civic's air conditioning quite handy. In the scorching heat of summer, I definitely turn the AC button to ON, and the compressor kicks in, blowing cool air into the car—especially refreshing on the highway, cooling down the interior quickly. But in spring and autumn, when the temperature is moderate, I don’t need it that cold, so I switch it OFF, turning off the compressor and just letting natural air blow in. This saves fuel, keeps things quiet, and allows me to roll down the windows for fresh air. On rainy or humid days when the air feels sticky, I turn on the AC to dehumidify—once the compressor works its magic, the air feels much fresher. Remember, don’t leave the AC on all the time; it wastes fuel and strains the components. When it’s cold and you’re using the heater, switch the AC OFF. Overall, just adjust it according to the weather—simple and easy to control.
