for anyone trying to do a change without loosening the hose clamps, the radiator petcock drain plug can also be reached without taking anything off. its on the far driver side of the radiator even on the 1.5T models. you gotta really reach in there. I used one hand to feel out the plug and another to secure a wrench on the tab so i could loosen it, worked like a charm.
I did find the petcock but just with the tips of my fingers, I have big hands. I could barley get 1or2 to fingers on it never mind getting both arms in there. You must be skinny with long arms.im 6'6" I have the arm length but just couldn't get it open tried for at least 1.5 hours
Burp the system by letting it idle and warming up to temp with heater and defrost on medium for a good 20 min , when bubbles stop in the holding tank ur good , make sure thermostat opens up u should feel good heat , I keep the cap off till it’s fully burped , check it daily for the next couple of days to make sure ur up to level
when burping the system by letting it idle with heat, how high will the temperature gauge go? I left mine to idle and the temp gauge just kept climbing. I turned it off before it reached "H"
@@starrebornalpha yes, I did a flush using distilled water. But on every drain and refill it only took about half gallon at a time. I did this 4 times. But I noticed after a few minutes of running, the fluid would leave the reservoir tank. I could have added more distilled water after the few minutes. The high heat, I saw on another video to wait for fans to turn on, I don't think that is necessary since they never did turn on. This on a 2016 Civic 2.0
Here is a hack to get the radiator drain cock open/closed on the Civic 1.5T. I don't know what Honda was thinking with this design. 1. Remove the air filter cover, air filter, and upper resonator box (hose clamps & 10mm bolts) 2. Remove the 10mm bolt for the lower resonator grommet just to get more clearance near the drain cock. 3. Improvise a tool (wooden dow with a sawed notch works) to fit on the drain cock to turn it. 4. Drain the coolant by removing expansion tank cap and opening drain cock to a catch basin. 5. Close drain cock with tool and fill/burp coolant to max level. Drive and check level as needed.
Turn the car on with the heater on full blast and itl burp the system when you feel the hot air coming out the vents you're done but keep checking on that temp when doing this!
I have fat hands and was able to get to the petcock by taking out the two bolts at the bottom of the air intake and two at the top (near the air filter) out. I didn’t have to remove the air intake, just moved it up and back enough to get my meat hooks in there. Wedding ring almost got stuck though so maybe take yours off. I knew better but did it anyway. What a PITA though.
There is on the non turbo 2.0s I didn't see one on mine. If you release that hose as I did you'll get more of the radiator fluid out as that is the lowest part of the coolant system in my opinion. Hopefully this helps you out!
@@MrGrizzly57 I can't find the petcock drain valve on my 1.5L 2016 turbo civic either. did you have any luck finding it, or you end up releasing the radiator hose like the video?
At how many miles did you change your coolant and why? A lot of threads say 60-110k miles is a good time the owners manual does not specify but the antifreeze from Honda for this model is “long lasting”
At what kilometers did you change the coolant? In the car book, it says that the coolant is changed every 200,000 km or the first 10 years, and then every 100,000 km or every 5 years.
Hi, after watching the video i changed the coolant in my car its 2018. Now the heat is working only at the maximum temp. At high but as soon as i reduce the temp. Like from 28 to 24 the heat stops working. Can you tell me whats the reason gonna be?
This sounds like you don't have enough coolant in your system. I would check your coolant level make sure the cap is not hot to open. If it's low turn your car on with the heat on and pour more coolant till you can't pour more. Then close the cap and you should have heat anytime
there is a drain plug turning on heater is if you fully flush it out to burp system just repeatedly squeese hose in engine bay as you fill i would suggest different video if its your first time
True! I should have been more in depth about burping the line when draining. I have not seen a drain plug on the radiator on the 1.5 L engine radiator. I know there is a drain plug on the 2.0 L engine radiator.
@@timothysnyder3750 it's quite impossible to access it with hand like 2.0L models. any technique or hacks you recommend? is it easier to access from top or from bellow?
Use a flat head black coated tipped screw driver and slowly go around the hose and pull back each time this should expose the lower radiator entry. Just make sure to move your C Clamp well out the way and it shall budge. By the way invest in a Iisle system best there is when it comes to bleeding air out or your radiator, inexpensive and works great. Good Luck.
The engine light turns as designed to do so by Honda to get drivers into dealerships. You shouldn't have to service and or replace coolant till 210,000 kilometers which is 140k miles. after that it's wise to change it every 70 to 80 k miles to prolong pump / hose longevity. The reality is honda quality has gone down hill. MY 1990 accord went without ever having changed coolant.. OIl changes, CV boots. brakes yes.. sold that car in 2016 with 550k miles and still got 35 hundred, not bad as I paid 15,065 new..
Thats a great return on money for your old Honda! Your right too bad the newer Hondas (or any car for that matter) lasts that long anymore without having to replace everything. I have to fix the windshield washer pump which is a pita because i have to take the bumper off just to get to it! It drives good though.
for anyone trying to do a change without loosening the hose clamps, the radiator petcock drain plug can also be reached without taking anything off. its on the far driver side of the radiator even on the 1.5T models. you gotta really reach in there. I used one hand to feel out the plug and another to secure a wrench on the tab so i could loosen it, worked like a charm.
I can’t find it on my 2017 honda civic SI sedan
I did find the petcock but just with the tips of my fingers, I have big hands. I could barley get 1or2 to fingers on it never mind getting both arms in there. You must be skinny with long arms.im 6'6" I have the arm length but just couldn't get it open tried for at least 1.5 hours
I'm glad I checked another video before trying to mess with the clamps sheesh
@@mediocr_gaming4725 what video did you watch and can you share the link ?
@@user-mn3jc1hs9e did you find it later?
Burp the system by letting it idle and warming up to temp with heater and defrost on medium for a good 20 min , when bubbles stop in the holding tank ur good , make sure thermostat opens up u should feel good heat , I keep the cap off till it’s fully burped , check it daily for the next couple of days to make sure ur up to level
That's the one good solid piece of information that wasn't covered AND one that no one should forget to do. Air in the system will cause havoc.
Agreed! I should have burped my system and topped it off and should have had it run. I will keep this in mind. Thanks for the advice!
when burping the system by letting it idle with heat, how high will the temperature gauge go? I left mine to idle and the temp gauge just kept climbing. I turned it off before it reached "H"
@@javierramos4865 did you figure out why it went to high heat? That does not sound good.
@@starrebornalpha yes, I did a flush using distilled water. But on every drain and refill it only took about half gallon at a time. I did this 4 times. But I noticed after a few minutes of running, the fluid would leave the reservoir tank. I could have added more distilled water after the few minutes. The high heat, I saw on another video to wait for fans to turn on, I don't think that is necessary since they never did turn on. This on a 2016 Civic 2.0
Here is a hack to get the radiator drain cock open/closed on the Civic 1.5T. I don't know what Honda was thinking with this design.
1. Remove the air filter cover, air filter, and upper resonator box (hose clamps & 10mm bolts)
2. Remove the 10mm bolt for the lower resonator grommet just to get more clearance near the drain cock.
3. Improvise a tool (wooden dow with a sawed notch works) to fit on the drain cock to turn it.
4. Drain the coolant by removing expansion tank cap and opening drain cock to a catch basin.
5. Close drain cock with tool and fill/burp coolant to max level. Drive and check level as needed.
You're awesome! I've been fighting this thing for way too long and ten minutes after I read your comment my coolant is draining.
Next time I have to change the coolant I will try this route and replace this video. Thanks for the guide!
IM WORKING AT AMAZON WATCHING THIS AND the truck backing up 😂😂😂
Awesome 👌 🤣🤣
Turn the car on with the heater on full blast and itl burp the system when you feel the hot air coming out the vents you're done but keep checking on that temp when doing this!
Never thought about that 🤔
I have fat hands and was able to get to the petcock by taking out the two bolts at the bottom of the air intake and two at the top (near the air filter) out. I didn’t have to remove the air intake, just moved it up and back enough to get my meat hooks in there. Wedding ring almost got stuck though so maybe take yours off. I knew better but did it anyway. What a PITA though.
Why is your cars engine bay so dirty? Thanks for the helpful video.
😅 I currently am doing a lot of driving on dirt roads and your welcome! I hope it helped you out
It’s important to take good care of your car’s engine clean. ❤
My Honda is 6 years already, driving around city area only. The engine never been waste since it roll out of the dealer.😅
Thought there is a drain plug? And how to bleed exactly? Is it necessary to turn the heating on, sorry my bad English.
There is on the non turbo 2.0s I didn't see one on mine. If you release that hose as I did you'll get more of the radiator fluid out as that is the lowest part of the coolant system in my opinion. Hopefully this helps you out!
@@TheMordenL1fe ok, did not check, thought it is the 1,5T like mine (CVT) sorry about!
This engine is the 1.5L turbo with CVT
There is a pet cock on drivers side of lower radiator, it’s just a mo fo to get too the way he is doing it is easiest way
@@MrGrizzly57 I can't find the petcock drain valve on my 1.5L 2016 turbo civic either.
did you have any luck finding it, or you end up releasing the radiator hose like the video?
Thanks u helped me change mine out
Glad I could help
At how many miles did you change your coolant and why? A lot of threads say 60-110k miles is a good time the owners manual does not specify but the antifreeze from Honda for this model is “long lasting”
The reason I changed my coolant was due to the alert notification I received thru the civic. I used Hondas recommended pre mixed coolant
I'm at 88,000 miles on orignal coolant and my coolant is coming out clean and blue if that helps.
Thanks dudes 🤘
Honda type 2 Long life coolant is good for ~10yrs (factory filled) or 200,000 km. There after change every 5 years or 100,000 km.
How did you bleed the system
At what kilometers did you change the coolant? In the car book, it says that the coolant is changed every 200,000 km or the first 10 years, and then every 100,000 km or every 5 years.
Unfortunately i did not get the mileage but the cars notification system told me the coolant needed changed
Which number is displayed for changing the coolant.@@TheMordenL1fe
@KiboEndo Here is the full list of codes
- A - change filter and oil
- B - check brake system change filter and oil
- 0 - multi-point inspection
- 1 - tire rotation
- 2 - Replace cabin and air filter
- 3 - Replace transmission fluid
- 4 - Replace spark plugs
- 5 - Replace engine coolant
- 6 - Replace rear differential fluid
- 7 - Replace brake fluid
@@TheMordenL1fe Thank you very much, I needed this.
@@kiboendo3146 I'm glad to help!
I was wondering if you could slow down a bit, the Breakneck fast pace is hard to keep up with
I will next time, thanks for the advice!
My 20 SI already needs a coolant change, test strip shows it's too acidic. Might need done more than every 100k.
Nice car 👍
How often u drain coolant? I have civic 2018 2.0L since i bought it never drain the coolant, im on 33,000KM now
I change the coolant when the car tells me (beautiful thing about technology now a days)
I change 1 x a year
Honda type 2 Long life coolant is good for ~10yrs (factory filled) or 200,000 km. There after change every 5 years or 100,000 km
Hi, after watching the video i changed the coolant in my car its 2018. Now the heat is working only at the maximum temp. At high but as soon as i reduce the temp. Like from 28 to 24 the heat stops working. Can you tell me whats the reason gonna be?
This sounds like you don't have enough coolant in your system. I would check your coolant level make sure the cap is not hot to open. If it's low turn your car on with the heat on and pour more coolant till you can't pour more. Then close the cap and you should have heat anytime
Any solution to this issue? I am having the same problem
How many liters of engine coolant does it take?
I used 1.4 gallons
@@TheMordenL1fe thank you very mutch
Glad I can help! Don't forget to burp the system
How many miles on car before u wanted to change the coolant?
Hi killmonzie! I'm not sure I changed my coolant when I was notified with the car. I'll have to take note for future videos
@@TheMordenL1fe oh ok I feel yah. The maintenance minder. Ok thank you
Bro, duummaaa! My goodness! Wtf r u doing? Drain my dude! Use the drain plug!!
I have a 2018 civic lx 1.5t engine and mine doesnt have a drain plug either probably under lower resonator thos way is the easiest
there is a drain plug
turning on heater is if you fully flush it out
to burp system just repeatedly squeese hose in engine bay as you fill
i would suggest different video if its your first time
True! I should have been more in depth about burping the line when draining. I have not seen a drain plug on the radiator on the 1.5 L engine radiator. I know there is a drain plug on the 2.0 L engine radiator.
@@TheMordenL1fe drain plug is behind and left of the hose you were prying
@@timothysnyder3750 it's quite impossible to access it with hand like 2.0L models. any technique or hacks you recommend?
is it easier to access from top or from bellow?
I cant fine my petcock drain I need a video or else I’ll be doing the same. Words isn’t going to help I need a visual
I can’t get any of those lower hoses to budge , there fused on ☹️
I used a right angle pick. VERY HELLFUL
*helpful
Use a flat head black coated tipped screw driver and slowly go around the hose and pull back each time this should expose the lower radiator entry. Just make sure to move your C Clamp well out the way and it shall budge. By the way invest in a Iisle system best there is when it comes to bleeding air out or your radiator, inexpensive and works great. Good Luck.
@@TheMordenL1fe 🙏 Thank you
Why is your audio so low?
This is when I was still learning about audio and visual editing 😅
Please fix the audio volume.
Thank you for letting me know!
The engine light turns as designed to do so by Honda to get drivers into dealerships. You shouldn't have to service and or replace coolant till 210,000 kilometers which is 140k miles. after that it's wise to change it every 70 to 80 k miles to prolong pump / hose longevity. The reality is honda quality has gone down hill. MY 1990 accord went without ever having changed coolant.. OIl changes, CV boots. brakes yes.. sold that car in 2016 with 550k miles and still got 35 hundred, not bad as I paid 15,065 new..
Thats a great return on money for your old Honda! Your right too bad the newer Hondas (or any car for that matter) lasts that long anymore without having to replace everything. I have to fix the windshield washer pump which is a pita because i have to take the bumper off just to get to it! It drives good though.
its amazon
There is no easy way to change this fluid , ur way was the easiest way
I agree for this engine, I think the 2.0 is easier to get to the pepcock but I'm not sure
Your teeth doesn’t move when you speak…
😬
Hahahaah both of you are hilarious
You're suppose to drain and fill your coolant every 30,000 miles.