Accord SE Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2002)
Coolant: Service and Repair
Coolant Replacement
1. Start the engine. Set the heater temperature control dial to maximum heat, then turn off the engine. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to
the touch.
2. Remove the radiator cap.
3. Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant.
4. Remove the drain bolt (A) from the rear side of the cylinder block.
5. After the coolant has drained, apply liquid gasket to the drain bolt threads, then reinstall the bolt with a new washer and tighten it securely.
6. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.
7. Remove, drain and reinstall the reservoir. Fill the tank to the MAX mark with Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
8. Loosen the air bleed bolt (A) in the thermostat housing, then pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2 into the radiator to the bottom of
the filler neck. Do not let coolant spill on any electrical parts or the paint. If the any coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.
NOTE:
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Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Using a non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to