HONDA 2011 CR-Z - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 299)

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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating How to Handle Overheating
Next Thing to Do ■
1. Check that the cooling fan is operating
and stop the engine once the high
temperature indicator goes off.
If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
Once the engine has cooled down, inspect 2.
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
If there is no coolant in the reserve
tank, check that the radiator is cool.
Cover the radiator cap with a heavy
cloth and open the cap. If necessary,
add coolant up to the base of the filler
neck, and put the cap back on.
Last Thing to Do ■
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature •
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a
dealer for repairs.
Reserve
Tank
MIN
MAX
How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for
repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure
only. Have a dealer flush the system with proper
antifreeze as soon as possible.
WARNING
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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