Coolant Replacement - Honda 2005-2008 RX500 FA Service Manual

'61HN252' by American Honda Motor Co. - Page 141 of 540
[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
Before installing the
cap in the tester,
wet the sealing

COOLANT REPLACEMENT

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RADIATOR CAP/SYSTEM PRESSURE
INSPECTION
Pressure test the radiator cap using the tester.
Replace the radiator cap if it does not hold pressure,
or if relief pressure is too high or too low. It must
hold specified pressure for at least 6 seconds.
surfaces.
RADIATOR CAP RELIEF PRESSURE:
108 137 kPa (1.1 1.4 kgf/cm
Pressure the radiator, engine and hoses using the
tester, and check for leaks.
Excessive pressure can damage the cooling system
components. Do not exceed 137 kPa (1.4 kgf/cm
psi).
Repair or replace components if the system will not
hold specified pressure for at least 6 seconds.
Remove the tester and install the radiator cap.
Install the radiator cap lid and tighten the screw.
PREPARATION
· The effectiveness of coolant decreases with the
accumulation of rust or if there is a change in the
mixing proportion during usage. Therefore, for
best performance change the coolant regularly
as specified in the maintenance schedule.
Mix only distilled water with the recommended anti-
freeze.
RECOMMENDED ANTIFREEZE:
Pro Honda HP Coolant or an equivalent high
quality ethylene glycol antifreeze containing
silicate-free corrosion inhibitors
RECOMMENDED MIXTURE:
1:1 (Distilled water and recommended antifreeze)
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COOLING SYSTEM
TESTER
RADIATOR CAP
TESTER
ANTIFREEZE
SOLUTION
(ETHYLENE
GLYCOL BASE
DISTILLED
SOLUTION)
WATER
COOLANT
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