2003 HONDA ACCORD COUPE coolant level

Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. This
releases any remaining pressure in
the cooling system. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap and turn it until it comes
off.Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
AUTO at 90°F/32°C). Add
coolant to the radiator up to the
base of the f iller neck. If you do
not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
ref illed with the proper mixture as
soon as you can.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair. (See
on page .)
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
9.
11.
12.
10.
391
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
If Your Engine Overheats
Emergency
Towing
378

CONT INUED
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .239
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Economy .231
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In Bad Weather .261
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In Foreign Countries . 404
..
Dual Temperature Control . 137,145
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 330
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Economy, Fuel .231
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Emergencies on the Road . 363
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Battery, Jump Starting . 373
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Brake System Indicator . 383
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Changing a Flat Tire . 365
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Charging System Indicator . 380
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Checking the Fuses . 386
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 379
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 381
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 384
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Overheated Engine . 376
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Emergency Brake .110
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Emergency Flashers .79
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Emergency Towing .391
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 92
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Emissions Controls .405 .............
Emissions Testing, State . 408
Engine .............................................
Belt .332
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 70
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 381
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,379
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 294
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Overheating .376
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Specif ications .397, 399
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Speed Limiter . 244,246,251
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Starting .241
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Engine Speed Limiter . 244,246,251
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Ethanol in Gasoline .403
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 405
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Exhaust Fumes .56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
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Exterior, Cleaning the . 356
............................
Fabric, Cleaning .359
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Fan, Interior . 122,133,143
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .121 ....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 225
Filters ................................
Air Cleaner .316
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Dust and Pollen .330
...............................................
Oil .296
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 310
5-speed Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the .243
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 79
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 365
Fluids .
Automatic Transmission . 307,308
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Brake .313
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Clutch .314
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Manual Transmission . 310,311
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Power Steering .315
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Windshield Washer . 306
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Folding Rear Seat .100
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 404
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Four-way Flashers .79
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Front Airbags .9 ,49
Index
E
F
III

CONT INUED
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Jacking up the Car .367
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Jack, Tire .366
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Jump Starting .373
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Keys .82
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Label, Certif ication .394
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Lane Change, Signaling . 77
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16,46
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Leather, Cleaning .359
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .342
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Indicator .61
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Parking .74
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Turn Signal .77
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Load Limit .235
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 84
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 84
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Fuel Fill Door .225 ....................................
Glove Box .93
...........................................
Trunk .91
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Low Coolant Level . 230,299
Lower Gear, Downshifting ......................................
to a .243, 245
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,379
Lubricant Specif ications ..................................
Chart .396, 398
.........................................
Luggage .234 ...................
Neutral Gear Position . 250
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New Vehicle Break-in . 224
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 244,246
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 394
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 224
.........................................
Odometer .69
Odometer/Outside Temperature ......................................
Indicator .69
...............................
Odometer, Trip .70
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Maintenance .271
...
Owner Maintenance Checks . 291
................................
Record .281, 289
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Required Indicator .71
..........................................
Saf ety .272
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Schedule . 276-280,284-288
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 62,381
..........
Manual Transmission . 243,245
Manual Transmission ...................................
Fluid .310, 311
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Meters, Gauges .68
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Methanol in Gasoline . 403
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Mirrors, Adjusting .108 .......................................
Moonroof .107
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Closing Manually .384
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Operation .107
Index
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