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COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Model

Specification

Coolant Replacement Interval

⁽¹⁾ 45,000 Miles

Coolant Capacity⁽²⁾

Integra

B18B1 Engine

A/T

5.0 Qts. (4.7L)

M/T

4.6 Qts. (4.4L)

B18C1 Engine

5.0 Qts. (4.7L)

B18C5 Engine

4.8 Qts. (4.5L)

MDX

⁽³⁾ 8.0 (7.6)

3.2 CL & 3.2TL

⁽³⁾ 5.9 Qts. (5.6L)

3.5RL

⁽⁴⁾ 6.4 Qts. (6.1L)

Pressure Cap

Integra

13.5-18.0 psi

Except Integra

14.0-18.0 psi

Thermostat Opens

Starts (Except 3.2TL)

169-176°F (76-80°C)

Starts 3.2TL

163-171°F (73-77°C)

Fully Open

194°F (90°C)

⁽¹⁾	Replace after 2 years, and every 30,000 miles thereafter.

⁽²⁾	Specification is for coolant change. Add 1.2-2.0 qts. (1.1-1.9L) for system overhaul.

⁽³⁾	Specification includes 0.63 qts. (0.60L) for reservoir capacity.

⁽⁴⁾	Specification is for coolant change. For system overhaul, coolant capacity is 9.1 qts. (8.6L)

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Cooling System Specifications

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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