I recently purchased a 2013 Honda Civic. However, I have one question about the AC. With my parents Honda Accord and Element, whenever you turn the key to IG2 (just before you start the engine) with the the AC on, you can hear the condenser fan before the engine is even started. On my Civic, this appears to not be the case.

The fan does come on and cycle normally with the clutch once the engine is running. Perhaps its just me, but is this normal? Thank you so much for your help!

 

Here's an update:

I contacted the Honda dealership in which I purchased my Civic. Here's the head mechanic's explanation, via an email message:

"That was a good question. I don't know why it has changed but this is normal for your vehicle. I checked a new Civic on the lot and found it to be the same as your vehicle. I assume it was changed to lessen the draw on the
battery but don't know for sure if that is why or not but it is normal."