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Old 06 Nov 2009, 08:27 am
dgk
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Default Re: 1990 Honda Accord runs hot sometimes

On Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:55:28 -0600, "Observer" <none@void.com> wrote:

>On Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:26:41 -0600, "E. Meyer" <epmeyer50@gmail.com>
>wrote:
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>>On 11/5/09 11:27 AM, in article hcv1ss$lop@venera.isi.edu, "Gene Wagenbreth"
>><genewxxx@isi-OS4> wrote:
>>
>>> Where is the burp screw ? How do you use it ?
>>>
>>> G

>>
>>Look in the vicinity of the top radiator hose connection on the engine for
>>either a small hex head bolt/screw. Set the heater to max, open it a couple
>>of turns until coolant comes out in a steady stream without bubbles. Close
>>the screw, top it off & idle the engine until the radiator fan comes on
>>twice (heater still at max) then open it again (VERY slowly) and let any
>>trapped air out.
>>
>>For the next several days, check & top off the radiator & overflow tank
>>before the first start in the morning & it should get rid of all the air.
>>

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>
>Is this the same thing as using the drain screw at the bottom of the
>radiator? Not sure if this Honda has one but some cars had it.


No, air goes up. You can't drain air from a system at the bottom.
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