Acura 2011 TSX - Manual (Page 243)

Maintenance Under the Hood Engine Coolant
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Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not
spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
6-cylinder models
1. Remove the radiator cap cover.
All models
2. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
3. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system.
Do not press the cap down when turning.
4. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten
it fully.
7. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
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.
Radiator
Radiator Cap
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