I see, so I jut Need to call up and inform the SC the Aircond problem my car is facing and make an appointment to replace the compressor ? Any owners here have already change their compressor ? Any difference to the Aircond once it's been change ? Please advise. Thanks

Same symptom with yours. Also TCP Lunar Silver here

Feedback during my 1k service. Last week SC called to arrange for another inspection. Once confirmed, they'll order compressor from HM to replace

You need to ensure your complained is formally recorded into their service record, then HM will only take action.

Mine happen everyday when I drive to work. Weekend when I'm out with my wife it also will happen. Sometime it does happen twice or three times in a single day.

I see. Noted on the SC inspection and complained record for HM to take action. I guess I have to visit them again sometime soon to update them on my Aircond issue. Thanks

My one month 2K mileage TCP also had similar problem but I haven't inform HM yet.
I noticed this problem on one or two occasion before but at that time I think it might just be my feeling and the hotter air maybe due to the heat from the sun effect since after i continue driving the AC continue to cool the cabin.

The problem happened again yesterday when I stopped the car and put the gear to P. This time I managed to video it, using portable thermometer to show the air temperature different.

Will meet honda technician very soon.

Where the heck do you get a portable thermometer?

asked already, no one have. Spoiler is a lot, non of that has RS version

why not
i got quoted rm2.8k without paint though

where you got this? can pm me?

Why u guys not pushing HM to replace the compressor? Mine complaint on the 3/8 and get replaced on 10/8. Now ac works flawlesssly

I complained to my sc and submitted a report through their website. They called me the next day and ask me a few questions regarding the AC.

From there, they will investigate and call you up for a replacement when the time is right for you.

i submitted the report to honda but no respond so far. it's been a week now

Regarding your AC problem, it reminds me of a similar issue i faced with my previous 13 year old vios. But mine a bit worse, it would suddenly cut off cold air even mid way driving regardless of weather. The only stand up observation was that this occurs more frequent during a hot day and longer drive. The cause, a failed magnetic clutch to engage the compressor.

Here's how it works, when the cabin temperature sensor detects that the temperature reached a certain point, it will send a signal to energise the coils in the clutch and a magnetic force will be generated. Due to the magnetism, it will engage the belt pulley system/auxiliary crank related to air conditioning. If you stand near a saga/myvi, assuming their air conditioning is on, you'll hear something like "umm......errhhh........" (that's the best i can come out in describing the sound) that last about 7-15 seconds. Then stop for similar amount of time, then repeat again.

The "umm" part is the magnetic clutch engaging the pulley system/auxiliary crank, causing a momentary loss of power and quickly counteracted by the ECU to accelerate a bit to prevent the engine stalling. If you're inside the car, you'll see the rpm meter will drop a little bit then come back up again. The "errrhhh" part is the turning of the compressor and also the radiator fan cranking faster.

I'm don't know how the air conditioning system is like for this new Civic. Maybe you can mention this to the mechanics there whether got such a magnetic clutch. But i also do know that there are more and more parts manufacturers that are combining both the clutch and compressor together into the same unit, meaning either one spoiled, have to change the whole set....

Yes, I experience this in the morning when I start my car but I figured that it is not something I would have to worry about.

Alaa the laser type thermometer normally used by doctor to check body temperature... Just shoot the AC vent and it will show significant T differ when it only blow air

in the end went for 1.8, for a reliable engine.. even my SA cant really give me confidence on the reliability of 1.5.. he suggest for 1.8 if wan peace of mind..

tested 1.5, the power is really good, even though i can feel some turbo lag there..

IMO, HM should offer 2.0 together with 1.5 instead of 1.8

This post has been edited by ry8128: Aug 29 2016, 06:34 PM

Latest FC:

Civic 1.8S
RON95
42L fuel
Distance covered 472km
100% city driving
30% Econ Mode

hows the power of 1.8 so far? acceleration is good?

Its acceptable for a CVT based transmission.

How's the fit & finish of your civic? Especially the welding points on the doors.