2004 HONDA ACCORD COUPE cooling

When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Pour the coolant slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
4. 5.
1. 2. 3.
Engine Coolant
Maint enance222
RESERVE TANK
4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models
RADIATOR CAP
RADIATOR CAP
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Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
Engine Coolant
Maint enance223
6-cylinder models RESERVE TANK
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This f ilter removes the dust and
pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe
outside through the heating and
cooling system/climate control
system.
This f ilter should be replaced every
30,000 miles (48,000 km) under
normal conditions. It should be
replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
km) if you drive primarily in urban
areas that have high concentrations
of soot in the air f rom industry and
diesel-powered vehicles. Replace it
more of ten if airf low f rom the
heating and cooling system/climate
control system becomes less than
usual. Have the dust and pollen f ilter
replaced by your Honda dealer.
Dust and Pollen Filter
Maint enance242
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If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic).
Block the rear wheels. If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle f or 1 year or
longer, have your Honda dealer
perf orm the inspections as soon as
youtakeitoutof storage(seepages and ). The 6-cylinder model
needs the inspections called f or in
the 2 years/30,000 miles (48,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) and the 4-cylinder model
needs the inspections called f or in
the 2 years/40,000 miles (64,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions). The replacements
called f or in the maintenance
schedule are not needed unless the
vehicle has actually reached that
time or mileage. 205 210
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance254
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If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.Using gloves or large heavy cloth,
turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise without pushing
down to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
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.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
AUTO at ‘‘ ’’). 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. 272
6. 7. 8. 9.10.
11.
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing
267
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.
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No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected
: 6-cylinder models
1 2345 10 A
(30A) 10 A
15 A
10 A Left Headlight Low Beam
(Rear Defroster Coil)
Left Headlight High Beam
Small Light
Right Headlight High Beam 6789
10 10 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A Right Headlight Low Beam
Back Up
FI ECU
Condenser f an
Not Used 111112131415161717181819202122 23
20 A
30 A
7.5 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
(40 A) 40 A
100 A
50 A
50 A Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
MG. Clutch
Horn, Stop
Rear Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
ABS Motor
TCS Motor
ABS F/S
TCS
Option
Option
Heater Motor
Battery
Not Used
BIG1Main
Power Window Main
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed278
UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX
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Fuel . 164
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Fill Door and Cap . 165
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Oxygenated . 164
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Tank, Ref ueling . 165
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Fuses, Checking the . 275
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 170
..........................................
Gasohol . 164
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Gasoline . 164
...........................................
Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Tank, Ref ueling . 165
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Gas Station Procedures . 165
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 67
...............................................
Fuel . 67
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 183
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 180
6-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 180 ........................................
Glove Box . 99
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GVWR) . 195 ... Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 282
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 75
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Switch . 77
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Timing Control System . 294
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Immobilizer System . 76
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators . 58
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ABS (Auti-lock Brake) . 60, 189
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 59, 271
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Charging System . 58, 269
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Cruise Control . 63
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 63
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High Beam . 63
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 61
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Low Fuel . 62
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Low Oil Pressure . 58, 268
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Side Airbag Of f . 59
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SRS . 59
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 61
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Washer Level . 63
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 233
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 72
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Headlights . 70
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Aiming . 233
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Automatic Lighting Off . 71
............
Daytime Running Lights . 71
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Low Beams, Turning on . 70
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Reminder Chime . 70
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 233
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Turning on . 70
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Head Restraints . 88
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Heating and Cooling . 108
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Heated Mirror . 96
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Heater, Seat . 90
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High Altitude, Starting at . 179
HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver . 159
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Hood Latch . 232
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Hood, Opening the . 166
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Hydraulic Clutch . 231
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