Cooling System
Checking the Engine
Coolant Level
Check the level of the engine
coolant by looking at the radiator
reserve tank next to the air
cleaner element housing. If the
level is at or below the MIN line,
add coolant to bring it up to the
MAX line. This coolant should al-
ways be a mixture of 50 percent
antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water.
Always use Genuine Honda
Antifreeze/Coolant. The cooling
system contains many aluminum
components that can corrode if
an improper antifreeze is used.
Some antifreeze, even though
labeled as safe for aluminum
parts, may not provide adequate
protection.
Adding Engine Coolant
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
1. Make sure the engine and
radiator are cool.
Maintenance
RESERVE TANK
MAX
MIN
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.