"'Curly Q. Links'" <motsco__@interbaun.com> wrote in message news:<4078729D.1000609@interbaun.com>...
> MIN wrote:
> > Hi
> >
> > I have Honda LX 99 4 Door. Today I started engine to drive and I
> > noticed that
> > the thermometer indicator went up and down couple of times (it went up
> > to about half.) and it became normal and I drove about an hour
> > without any problmes. This is first time that I noticed it.
> > I was told that I should check or replace thermostat. I have heard
> > that after you change something which you should not then more
> > problmes occur.
> > I just wonder if anyone has same problem as this or should I check the
> > thermostat?
> >
> > Thanks
>
> =====================
> Min,
>
> Your thermostat won't work at all if your coolant is low.
>
> Most models of Honda require that the coolant be about half-full in the
> reservoir. I expect your (unknown model) Honda is the same. Follow the
> directions in your owner's manual and watch to see if things change. If
> the reservoir is empty, open the rad cap (cold) and fill to the top
> first with 50/50, and then fill the reservoir half-way. Use distilled or
> Reverse Osmosis water to dilute the coolant, not tap water.
>
> 'Curly'
>
> =====================


Thank you so much for help,

I have driven for couple days since I had the problem. It is working
fine.
I checked the coolant liquid which is normal,the thermometer is normal
and eveything else seems normal.
I guess since it is over 70000 mi now, I should replace thermostat
just in case.

Again, I appreciate for your help.