Insight L3-1.0L Hybrid (2000)
Coolant: Service and Repair
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. Remove the splash shields.
4. Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant.
5. Remove the drain bolt (A) from the rear side of the cylinder block.
6. 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.
7. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.
8. Remove, drain and reinstall the coolant reservoir. Fill the tank to the MAX mark with Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (P/N OL
999-9001).
9. Loosen the air bleed bolt (A) in the water outlet, 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 any coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.
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