cooling HONDA ELEMENT 2004 1.G User Guide

Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). Using gloves or large heavy cloth,
turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off. Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
bef ore checking the radiator. 9.
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Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed191
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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No. Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1 23456789
1011121314151617181920 Condenser Fan
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan Motor
Hazard
IGP
Horn, Stop
Not Used
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
ABS F/S
Battery
Ignition 1
Spare Fuses
30 A
15 A
7.5 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
30 A
100 A 50 A
21 257.5A 30A
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed200
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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Gasoline . 110
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 56
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Gauge . 58
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Octane Requirement . 110
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Tank, Filling the . 111
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Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 59
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Fuel . 58
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 127
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 126
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Glove Box . 87
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 166
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Hatch . 71
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 63
Headlights
........................................
Aiming . 166
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Daytime Running Lights . 62
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High Beam Indicator . 56
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Reminder Beeper . 62
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 166 ...................................
Turning on . 62
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Head Restraints . 75
.......................
Heating and Cooling . 90
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High-Low Beam Switch . 62
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Hood, Opening the . 112
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Horn .3,60
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Hydraulic Clutch . 164
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 202
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 65
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Switch . 69
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Timing Control System . 210
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Immobilizer System . 66
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 55
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 54, 194
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Charging System . 54
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Cruise Control . 56
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 56
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High Beam . 56 ........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
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Low Fuel . 56
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Low Oil Pressure . 54
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Side Airbag Of f . 55
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SRS . 55
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 56
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Washer Level . 57
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 53
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Inf ant Restraint . 34
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Inf ant Seats . 34
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LATCH Anchorage System . 39
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Lower Anchors . 39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 172
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Normal Driving . 173
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Inside Mirror . 82
.............................
Inspection, Tire . 174
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Instrument Panel . 53
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 63
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Introduction . i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 183
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Jack, Tire . 181
Index
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