![]() ![]() Purchased new CR-V back in 2012 and have been following maintenance as the work codes pop up on the dashboard. I use a pressure system meant to bleed brakes that works awesome, but not many people have one of these, nor know they can make coolant changes a one shot and done breeze. Especially if you're about to take a long trip. ![]() Air bubbles in the system can become death to your car. Look to the forums or youtube for "burping" the system. ![]() I know some manufacturers offer ready to pour in coolant and that's fine in my book, even if a little more expensive. Distilled water doesn't have "stuff" in it to taste good but clog the system. Not tap water, not spring water, not natural water. ![]() If it's a concentrated coolant, buy distilled water. The parts guy will ask for your year, model and give you the right stuff. My thoughts are that since OEM from a dealer coolant is maybe all of $2 more than a generic, it's giving you the correct coolant for sure. There's the infamous GM (garbage) orange lifetime coolant that destroys iron components, there's Toyota red coolant, there's Subaru blue coolant along with a bottle of conditioner, then there's generic green coolant. Why do I say that? Various makes/models have differing coolant requirements. A garage charging $170 to do this is a ripoff.Ĭonsider doing it yourself. No tools and takes literally 5 minutes other than jacking up the car and rechecking the level. Note that unlike some domestics, most Honda's don't require any special techniques to air bleed the system - since the hoses and radiator are oriented so the filler is above the level of the engine block. If you really want to be thorough there should be a drain on the bottom of the overflow reservoir as well. Pour the used antifreeze into one of the jugs you emptied and take it back to the store or a local recycling center. Double check the level and top off as needed.ĩ. Loosely reinstall the radiator cap, start the engine and let it run till warm (fan runs). Open the radiator cap and pour in new antifreeze until its full.Ħ. You can open the drain plug by hand and let the fluid drain outĥ. Underneath the car behind the front bumper there is a plastic drain plug on the bottom of the radiator. Open the hood and loosen the radiator capĢ. All you need is 1-2 gallons of coolant and a pan to collect whats drained.ġ. The job itself is about the easiest maintenance item to do, it doesn't even require tools if you have enough space to reach under without jacking up the car. Very easy to find, even my local NAPA carries it or you can get it online: Less than 2 gal required.įor Honda's the safest option is to use the OEM: Honda Type 2. Walmart has a Valvoline coolant for Honda for under 13 bucks a gallon. Regular stuff will eat up water pump over time. Just make sure you use Silicate Free coolant. I have already been spreading the word on how cool your service is and encouraging people to check it out.Easy DIY job. :) I sincerely appreciate the opportunity your company provides for these skilled men to operate as independent contractors and earn at a level that reflects their value yet is so reasonable for their clients. I appreciate the pride & integrity with which he performs the work, his confidence and communication is reassuring, and he doesn't mind my myriad of questions as I get to know my vehicle better by picking his brains :) He also expressed how pleased he's been since becoming part of the YM network in Austin, thus confirming for me that all of the media information & testimonials that I had reviewed were not "too good to be true", but, simply, true. as I find him knowledgeable, capable, very clear & patient in his explanations of what was going on with my car, and considerate in all areas while working in my driveway. I'm pleased to have been serviced by Jacob B. The concept of Your Mechanic is terrific and suits my lifestyle perfectly. ![]()
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