2004 HONDA ACCORD cooling

If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system f or leaks.
Always use Honda All Season
Antif reeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antif reeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water.If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
A dding Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant
Maint enance219
6-cylinder models RESERVE TANK
RESERVE TANK
4-cylinder models
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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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.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill. Clean
up any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.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.
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.
4. 5.
1. 2. 3.
Engine Coolant
Maint enance220
6-cylinder models RADIATOR CAP
RADIATOR CAP
4-cylinder models
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Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.If you use a non-Honda f loor mat,
make sure it f its properly and that it
canbeusedwiththefloormat
anchor. Do not put additional f loor
mats on top of the anchored mat.
This f ilter removes the dust and
pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe
outside through the heating and
cooling system/climate control
system.
Have your Honda dealer replace this
f ilter 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, or if
the f low f rom the climate control
system becomes less than usual.
Clean dirty seat belts with a sof t
brush and a mixture of mild soap and
warm water. Do not use bleach, dye,
or cleaning solvents that can weaken
the belt material. Let the belts air
drybeforeyouusethevehicle.
If you remove the f loor mats, make
sure to re-anchor them when you put
them back in your vehicle.
The driver’s and right rear f loor
mats that came with your vehicle
hooks over the f loor mat anchor.
This keeps the f loor mats f rom
sliding f orward and possibly
interf ering with the pedals or
marking the f ront passenger’s
weight sensors inef f ective.
Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter
Maint enance
Seat Belts Floor Mats
Dust and Pollen Filter
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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
(5-speed manual) or Park
(automatic).
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.
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. 200 202
Vehicle Storage
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If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page). 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 f irst stop. Af ter 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
FULL 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.
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6.
8. 9.10. 11.
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264
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing
258
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
(Rear Defroster Coil)
Lef t Headlight Hi
Small Light
Right Headlight Hi 6789
10 10 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A Right Headlight Low
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
Heated Seats
Condenser Fan
Heater Motor
Battery
Not Used
BIG1Main
Power Window Main
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Fuses
268
UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX
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CONT INUED
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 170
..........................................
Gasohol . 280
.........................................
Gasoline . 164
...........................................
Gauge . 70
................
Octane Requirement . 164
........................
Tank, Filling the . 165
................
Gas Station Procedures . 165
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 69
...............................................
Fuel . 70 ...............................
Speedometer . 68
.................................
Tachometer . 68
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 182
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 180
......................................
Glove Box . 108
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 228
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
........................................
Headlights . 74
........................................
Aiming . 228
..............
Automatic Lighting Off . 75
............
Daytime Running Lights . 76
............
Low Beams, Turning on . 74
.........................
Reminder Chime . 74
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 228
...................................
Turning on . 74
..............................
Head Restraints . 94
.....................
Heating and Cooling . 110
.................................
Heated Mirror . 99
..........................
Fan, Interior . 110, 111
.........................................
Features . 109
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 165
Filter
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 235
...............................................
Oil . 216
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 224
5-speed Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the . 180
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 249
Fluids
.
Automatic Transmission . 221, 222
..........................................
Brake . 225
.........................................
Clutch . 226 ..............
Manual Transmission . 224
..........................
Power Steering . 226
..................
Windshield Washer . 218
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 95
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 281
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 76
.................................................
Fuel . 164
......................
Fill Door and Cap . 165
...........................................
Gauge . 70
................
Octane Requirement . 164
...............................
Oxygenated . 280
........................
Tank, Filling the . 165
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 265
.......................................
Starting . 179
..........
Engine Speed Limiter . 181, 184
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 280
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 282
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 17
Index
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