Honda 2000 Civic Coupe Owner's Manual page 180

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Replacing Engine Coolant
The cooling system should be
completely drained and refilled with
new coolant according to the time
and distance recommendation s in
the maintenance schedule. Only use
Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant .
Draining the coolant requires access
to the underside of the car. Unless
you have the tools and knowledge,
you should have this maintenance
done by a skilled mechanic.
1. Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn
the temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Turn off the
ignition and remove the key. Open
the hood. Make sure the engine
and radiator are cool to the touch.
2. Remove the radiator cap.
Cooling System
DRAIN PLUG
3. Loosen the drain plug on the
bottom of the radiator. The
coolant will come out through the
hole in the splash cover.
(U.S.: Si model, Canada: SiR
model)
Remove the drain bolt and washer
from the engine block.
Maintenance
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