Civic DX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1999)
Coolant Reservoir: All Technical Service Bulletins
Cooling System - Coolant Leak From Reservoir
00-025
February 22, 2000
Applies To:
1999 Civic - ALL
2000 Civic - 2 door from 1HGEJ....YL000001 thru 1HGEJ....YL041766
- 4 door from 1 HGEJ....YL000001 thru 1 HGEJ....YL029920
from 2HGEJ....YH000001 thru 2HGEJ....YH549472
- 3 door from 2HGEJ....YH000001 thru 2HGEJ....YH106124
Coolant Leaks From the Reservoir
SYMPTOM
Coolant is leaking from the reservoir cap outlet.
Coolant residue is covering the top of the cap and the bottle.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Flashing (an extra plastic flange from the molding process) on the reservoir cap outlet.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove the flashing or replace the cap.
PARTS INFORMATION
Coolant Reservoir Cap:
P/N 19102-P2A-000, H/C 4839056
Genuine Honda Anti-freeze/Coolant:
P/N CU08730, H/C 1066588
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
114103 (Replace cap)
114004 (Remove flashing)
Flat Rate Time:
9102-P2A-000
Defect Code:
076
Contention Code:
A99
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your
Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the coolant hose from the reservoir cap, and closely inspect the cap outlet for flashing. It may be bent over and difficult to see.