CRV 2004 radiator flush and new coolant

[Kennard]

Hi guys,

I checked the level of coolant and its below MIN mark. I bought my CRV two years ago and have never done this by myself.

I would like to ask for advice where is the radiator drain plug located?

Do I have to use 'radiator flush liquid' or just buy coolant and refill?

What type of coolant to use? In manual was info to use only genuine Honda All Season
Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.

Thank you.

[curtis265]

The radiator plug can be found ath the bottom of the radiator. It's looks a bit like a plastic wingnut.

What coolant to put in depends on what kind of coolant is alerady there - note the colour and buy the same.

If it comes out relatively clean then you'll be OK but if it looks like it's full of rusty chunky bits then you might need to do more flushing

It's a very messy job if you have 2 left hands like i do

[cbauto]

it's not just drain and fill, need to flush the system.....

[Kennard]

Thanks for your advise.

Also found some guide on the net:

1.Drain Cooling System
2.Refill radiator with clean water
3.Add Radiator Flush to cooling system
4.Start Engine and turn on heater
5.Run engine for 10 - 15 minutes
6.Turn off engine, allow to cool
7.Drain cooling system
8.Refill with appropriate Coolant

Are these steps all I need to do ?

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

You may also want to make sure once you fill the system up with new coolant that all of the air is burped out of the system....

[cbauto]

Personally I would drain out the block, as well as the radiator.
Make sure temperature setting on hvac is on heat.
Fill with distilled water if money is no issue or tap water will suffice.
Run until fans come on twice.
Drain radiator and block again.
Fill with "honda coolant" .

These steps are no compromise procedure. You can cut corners if u wish

[Kennard]

Thanks a lot guys.

Apart from official Honda dealers where can I buy Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2?

Found this one but not sure if it falls under " genuine" Honda category.

http://www.nulon.com.au/support/specifications-list/17/

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

Thanks a lot guys.

Apart from official Honda dealers where can I buy Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2?

If you're in Sydney I'd say mekong spares will have it.

[cbauto]

Thanks a lot guys.

Apart from official Honda dealers where can I buy Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2?

Found this one but not sure if it falls under " genuine" Honda category.

http://www.nulon.com.au/support/specifications-list/17/

[h=Applications:]3[/h] NULON BLUE LONG LIFE 100% CONCENTRATED COOLANT is recommended for use in vehicles requiring blue coolant super long life technology. Check with Nulon if your vehicle is not listed.
Specifications and Standards:
NULON BLUE LONG LIFE 100% CONCENTRATED COOLANT satisfies the requirements of the following standards and specifications.

• AS 2108.1:2004 Type A
• ASTM D 3306
• ASTM D 1384 Glassware Corrosion Test
• ASTM D 4340 Heat Rejection Corrosion Test
• ASTM D 2570 Simulated Service Corrosion Test
• ASTM D 2809 Cavitation Erosion Test
• SAE J 1034
• JIS K 2234

Recommended where the following manufacturer’s specification are cited:

• Audi/Skoda/VW TL-774-C
• BMW N 600 69.0
• Honda Radiator Coolant Type 2 (Blue)
• Mercedes Benz 325.0
• Mitsubishi Super Long Life Premium Coolant (Blue) part MZ313950
• Nissan Blue Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
• Opel B 040 0240
• SAAB 690 1599
• Subaru Super Long Life coolant (Blue)
• Suzuki Super Long Life coolant (Blue)

[cbauto]

forum is playing up, can't post properly

http://www.nulon.com.au/products/Coo.../#.VSb6L_BGRx9

use that instead

[Kennard]

Thanks Shogun,
Yes I am in Sydney, Inner West. They are in Cabramatta area. Another place I can think of there is Turbo Spares.

[cbauto]

Personally I would drain out the block, as well as the radiator.
Make sure temperature setting on hvac is on heat.
Fill with distilled water if money is no issue or tap water will suffice.
Run until fans come on twice.
Drain radiator and block again.
Fill with "honda coolant" .

These steps are no compromise procedure. You can cut corners if u wish

you forgot to tell him to flush it twice....