2000 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 177

Cooling System RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK CAP (U.S.: Si model, Canada: SiR model) When the coolant stops draining, apply non-hardening sealant to the drain bolt threads, then reinstall the bolt and tighten it securely. 6. Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean container. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: FILLER NECK HOLDER Fill up to here 4. Remove the reserve tank from its holder by pulling it straight up. Drain the coolant, then put the tank back in its holder. 5. When the coolant stops draining, tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. (U.S.: DX, EX and HX, Canada: DX and Si) 0.82 US gal (3.1 ,0.68 Imp gal) (U.S.: Si, Canada: SiR) 1.14 US gal (4.3 ,0.95 Imp gal) With automatic transmission: 7. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. Start the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds. Then turn off the engine. 8. Fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark. Install the reserve tank cap. 9. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. (U.S.: DX, Canada: DX) 0.79 US gal (3.0 ,0.66 Imp gal) (U.S.: HX, EX, Canada: Si) 0.85 US gal (3.2 ,0.70 Imp gal) Maintenance