1997 Honda Accord to much antifreeze in overlow

Tiny
DUSTTMCC
  • MEMBER
  • 1997 HONDA ACCORD
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 150,000 MILES
I just replaced the radiator in my Honda Accord. When I filled up the radiator and the rad. Overflow with antifreeze I made the mistake of topping it off. Now when I stop driving the overflow is pushing out antifreeze. How do I get the antifreeze out of ther overflow so it can be at its correct level?
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 AT 9:19 PM

2 Replies

Tiny
TWINSRAM
  • MEMBER
  • 42 POSTS
When you fill the radiator, you are not suppose to fill the overflow resivior. That is why it is called an "overflow". To empty it, look at the bottom of the tank and see if there's a plug you can pull (not when the car motor is hot). If not, dissconnect the hose running to the tank. Then remove the few screws that holit in place, take it out and dump it. There are laws for the dispossal of antifreeze (if that maters), so look them up and follow them, but whatever you do, wait until the car is nice and cool before attempting to do either on of these
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 AT 12:14 PM
Tiny
DUSTTMCC
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
THANK YOU TWINSRAM FOR YOUR RESPONSE. APPRECIATE IT.
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 AT 12:51 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Add Coolant Content

How to Engine Coolant Add Safely
VIDEO
How to Engine Coolant Add Safely
Instructional repair video
Coolant Level Check
GUIDE
Coolant Level Check
Checking engine or battery pack cooling system fluid levels are a must when caring for your gasoline or EV powered vehicle. Maintaining the correct coolant level is crucial...
VIEW MORE