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Adding Engine Coolant
Always use Honda Long-life Anti-
freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antifreeze and 50 percent distilled
water. Never add straight antifreeze
or plain water.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
RESERVE TANK
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Make sure it
is a high-quality coolant
recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. malfunction or fail. Have the cooling
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
system flushed and refilled with
Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
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4. The coolant level should be up to
the base of the filler neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it halfway between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
RADIATOR CAP
Pour the coolant slowly and
carefully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling
system by turning the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without
pressing down.
3. Remove the radiator cap by
pushing it down and turning it
counterclockwise.
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