Coolant ??

[aaronng]

just a general question.
if your radiator is full (squeezing pipe makes coolant bob up and down) but your reservoir is low on coolant, is it advisable tp top it up?

When your have been driving and the engine is hot, stop the car and check your resevoir. It should be at the max level. When the engine is cold, the level should be about 1cm below maximum.

[jaeyon]

just buy new coolant and do a whole system flush. not worth the 40 bux putting your motor at risk of overheating etc

[Mr_will]

Use ONLY honda coolant. It's different from the other brands of coolants. According to the service manual, other coolants can cause the cooling system to corrode. Since it is also premixed, don't add water.

Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (P/N OL999-9001)

do you think there is a possibility that Honda say that to keep you buying their product?

[tony1234]

do you think there is a possibility that Honda say that to keep you buying their product?

Possibly.but would you want to take the chance?Particularly if your car is under warranty.

[philip_pc]

looks like its time to buy some OEM coolant then

[tekung89]

do you think there is a possibility that Honda say that to keep you buying their product?

coudlnt've said it better myself

[aaronng]

just buy new coolant and do a whole system flush. not worth the 40 bux putting your motor at risk of overheating etc

His car is a 2008 Civic. No point changing coolant.

[aaronng]

do you think there is a possibility that Honda say that to keep you buying their product?

I've seen a quite a few Honda engines with corrosion from using wrong coolant. Having said that, many aftermarket coolants being sold today are compatible with Honda's coolant, unlike 10 years ago.

Also, if you already have Honda coolant in there and don't need to flush, then you're better off using Honda coolant to top up and not use a different brand. If you want to drain all the coolant, feel free to use another brand. Just choose the correct type to avoid water pump corrosion.