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2012 ENGINE
Cooling System - TL
2. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap (A). Wet the radiator cap seal with
engine coolant, then install it on a commercially available pressure tester (B).
3. Apply a pressure of 93- 123 kPa (0.95- 1.25 kgf/cm2 , 13.5- 17.8 psi)
4. Check for a drop in pressure.
5. If the pressure drops, replace the radiator cap.
6. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
RADIATOR TEST
1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
REPLACEMENT ).
2. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap, and fill the radiator with engine
coolant to the base of the filler neck.
3. Attach a commercially available pressure tester (A) to the radiator, and apply a pressure of 93- 123 kPa
(0.95- 1.25 kgf/cm2 , 13.5- 17.8 psi).
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Fig. 4: Identifying Radiator Fan Motor And A/C Condenser Fan Motor
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
3. Test each motor by connecting battery power to terminal No. 2 and ground to terminal No. 1.
4. If either motor fails to run or does not run smoothly, replace it (see FAN, FAN MOTOR, AND
SHROUD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
5. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
THERMOSTAT TEST
Replace the thermostat if it is stuck in the open position at room temperature.
1. Suspend the thermostat (A) in a container of water. Do not let the thermostat and the thermometer (B)
touch the bottom of the hot container.
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2. Heat the water and check the temperature with a thermometer. Check the temperature at which the
thermostat first opens, and at which it is fully open.
3. Measure the lift height of the thermostat when it is fully open.
Standard Thermostat
NOTE: When you check the water pump, you may see a small amount of
"weeping" from the bleed holes (A). This is normal.
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COOLANT CHECK
1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
REPLACEMENT ).
2. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Make sure it is between the MAX mark (A) and the MIN
mark (B).
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3. If the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is at or below the MIN mark, add coolant to bring it between
the MIN and MAX marks, then inspect the cooling system for leaks.
4. Check the coolant level in the radiator, and add Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the
radiator up to the base of the filler neck, if needed.
NOTE: Always use Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Using a non-
Acura coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail.
Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 is a mixture of 50 %
antifreeze and 50 % water. Do not add water.
5. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
COOLANT REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
REPLACEMENT ).
2. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap.
3. Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant.
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4. Install a rubber hose (A) on the drain bolt (B) located at the rear of the engine block, then loosen the drain
bolt.
Fig. 10: Identifying Rubber Hose And Drain Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
5. When the coolant stops draining, tighten the drain bolt. Remove the rubber hose.
6. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.
7. Remove, drain, and reinstall the coolant reservoir.
8. Fill the coolant reservoir to the MAX mark (A) with Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
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Fig. 11: Identifying MAX Mark With Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
9. Pour Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck.
NOTE: Always use Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Using a non-
Acura coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail.
Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 is a mixture of 50 %
antifreeze and 50 % water. Do not add water.
Engine Coolant Refill Capacities (Including the coolant reservoir capacity of 0.69 L (0.182 US gal))
At Coolant Change:
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Fig. 12: Refilling Coolant Reservoir With Acura Long Life Antifeeze/Coolant
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT
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Fig. 13: Identifying Harness Clamp And Starter Cable With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
5. A/T model: Remove the bolt (A) and the harness holder (B).
Fig. 14: Identifying Harness Holder And Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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6. Remove the thermostat cover (A), then remove the thermostat (B).
Fig. 15: Identifying Thermostat Cover, Thermostat And Rubber Seal With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
7. Install the new thermostat with a new rubber seal (C) in the reverse order of the removal.
8. Do the battery installation procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
9. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system (see COOLANT
CHECK ).
10. Clean up any spilled engine coolant.
11. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
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Fig. 16: Identifying Upper And Lower Radiator Hose, ECT Sensor Connector And EGR Valve
Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
6. Disconnect the water bypass hose (A) and the heater hose(B).
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Fig. 18: Identifying Water Passage, EGR Valve, ECT Sensor And Water Bypass Hose With Torque
Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
9. Install the water passage with new gaskets (E) in the reverse order of the removal.
10. Do the battery installation procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
11. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system (see COOLANT
CHECK ).
12. Clean up any spilled engine coolant.
13. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
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Fig. 19: Identifying Fan Motor Connector, Harness Clamps And Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Fig. 20: Identifying Radiator Fan Motor Connector And Harness Clamps
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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NOTE: Pull up the radiator, then move the radiator fan shroud assembly toward
the right side of the vehicle to allow for enough space to lift it up and away
from the A/C condenser fan shroud assembly.
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INSTALLATION
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Fig. 25: Identifying Radiator Fan Shroud Assembly And Upper Brackets With Torque
Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Fig. 26: Identifying A/C Condenser Fan Shroud Assembly And Coolant Reservoir With Torque
Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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Fig. 27: Identifying Radiator Fan Motor Connector And Harness Clamps
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Fig. 28: Identifying Harness Clamps, Mounting Bolts And Motor Connector With Torque
Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
RADIATOR REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
REPLACEMENT ).
2. Drain the engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ).
3. Remove the air intake duct splash separator (see ENGINE REMOVAL ).
4. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
5. Remove the front splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
6. Disconnect the A/C condenser fan motor connector (A), and remove the harness clamp (B).
Fig. 29: Identifying A/C Condenser Fan Motor Connector And Harness Clamp
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
7. Disconnect the radiator fan motor connector (A) and the ECT sensor 2 connector (B), then remove the
harness clamps (C).
Fig. 30: Identifying Radiator Fan Motor Connector, ECT Sensor Connector And Harness Clamps
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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Fig. 31: Identifying Lower Radiator Hose, Clamp And ATF Cooler Hoses
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
9. A/T model: Remove the harness clamp (B). Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (C) from the radiator, then
plug the cooler hoses and the lines (see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT ).
10. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
11. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A) and remove the coolant reservoir (B).
12. Remove the upper brackets (A), then pull up the radiator (B) with fan shrouds (C).
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Fig. 33: Identifying Upper Brackets, Radiator And Fan Shrouds With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
13. Remove the fan shrouds and other parts from the radiator.
14. Install the radiator in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the upper and lower cushions are set
securely.
15. A/T model: Refill the transmission with ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
16. Fill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system (see COOLANT
CHECK ).
17. Clean up any spilled engine coolant.
18. Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
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