Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 394

Fig. 8: Checking Coolant Level In The Reserve Tank

2. If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN mark, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX

mark, and inspect the cooling system for leaks.

COOLANT REPLACEMENT

1. Start the engine. Set the heater temperature control dial to maximum heat, or climate control system to

HI, then turn off the ignition switch. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch.

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2. Remove the radiator cap.

3. Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant.

Fig. 9: Loosening The Drain Plug And Drain The Coolant

4. After the coolant has drained, tighten the radiator drain plug.

5. Remove, drain, and reinstall the reverse tank.

6. Fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark (A) with Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (P/N

OL999-9001).

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Fig. 10: Filling The Reserve Tank To The MAX Mark

7. Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck.

Engine Coolant Refill Capacity [including the reserve tank capacity of 0.6 Q (0.6 US qt)] :

M/T: 5.1 L (5.4 US qt)

A/T: 5.0 L (5.3 US qt)

NOTE:

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Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (P/N OL999-
9001). Using a non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing
the cooling system to malfunction or fail.

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Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 is a mixture of 50%
antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add water.

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