Replacing Coolant DIY Steps
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Replacing Coolant DIY Steps
Perhaps I didn't use the right search words, but I couldn't find a step-by-step for replacing the coolant. It's definitely not in the FAQ unless my Lasik doctor did something really wrong.
Anyone know of a place where this is listed out? I've never done it before, but I figure it's gotta be really easy.
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DeeZee,
The best way is to pay to have it flushed to esure you get everything out. Otherwise you're really only draining the radiator core and none of the stuff in the hoses or block.
You could do it in a sense, but it would take some time. You could drain the radiator and fill with water. The drain again and fill with water. Do this until the water coming out of the radiator is clear. Of course you'll have to let the engine reach circulating temps and that is where the extra time comes in. Then of course you'll need to catch and properly dispose of the waste product. Don't want to put that stuff down the drain, alley or yard.
If you decide to do this, the drain plug is on the bottom left of the radiator when facing the car.
So the cost of flushing isn't that much. Check for a coupon from Firestone to help save some cash.
Ruf
The best way is to pay to have it flushed to esure you get everything out. Otherwise you're really only draining the radiator core and none of the stuff in the hoses or block.
You could do it in a sense, but it would take some time. You could drain the radiator and fill with water. The drain again and fill with water. Do this until the water coming out of the radiator is clear. Of course you'll have to let the engine reach circulating temps and that is where the extra time comes in. Then of course you'll need to catch and properly dispose of the waste product. Don't want to put that stuff down the drain, alley or yard.
If you decide to do this, the drain plug is on the bottom left of the radiator when facing the car.
So the cost of flushing isn't that much. Check for a coupon from Firestone to help save some cash.
Ruf
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You drop the radiator plug and then open the block plug on the back of the motor. That should give you a complete flush. Don't forget to set your temp to high on your A/C so the heater core is open also.
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You drop the radiator plug and then open the block plug on the back of the motor. That should give you a complete flush. Don't forget to set your temp to high on your A/C so the heater core is open also.
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I keep resisting getting a Helm's manual, but I would have probably been well-served to buy one 4 years ago when I picked it up new.
Seems a little late now...
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Flushing is a good idea. Hondas tend to get some build up from the aluminum and you want to get all the old stuff out of there. Here are a couple decent DIYs for flushing with the good old "flush tee".
http://www.carcentral.net/content/gu...lingSystem.php
http://www.diynet.com/diy/en_mainten...270919,00.html
http://www.carcentral.net/content/gu...lingSystem.php
http://www.diynet.com/diy/en_mainten...270919,00.html
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The other thing I do is use Distilled water if I'm adding any. Our area has hard water and using tap water just adds mineral deposits into the system reducing flow.
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