2000 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 219

Cooling System 9. Start the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds. Then turn off the engine. 10.Fill the radiator with coolant up to the base of the filler neck. 11.Fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark. Install the reserve tank cap. 12.Install the radiator cap, and tighten it to the first stop. 13.Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice. Then stop the engine. 14.Remove the radiator cap. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark. 15.Start the engine and hold it at 1,500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on. Turn off the engine. Check the coolant level in the radiator and add coolant if needed. 16.Install the radiator cap, and tighten it fully. 17.If necessary, fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark. Install the reserve tank cap. 4-cylinder models BLEEDER BOLT 8. 4-cylinder models Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of the engine. Pour coolant into the radiator. Tighten the bleeder bolt when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles. 6-cylinder models Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. Maintenance