1997 Honda Accord how can I start the repair?

1997 HONDA ACCORD
189,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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YIXTER
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I noticed the temperature gauge was flutuating when I was driving, when the car stopped there was small amout of smoke came from underneath the hood
when I openned it I found there is a steam of vapor coming out of the joint where the coolant tube goes into the engine
Jan 26, 2010 at 2:48 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi yixter,

Seems the hose is bust and requires replacement. Inspect the hose for cracks. Top up coolant and check if coolant is leaking from the hose.

Hope you have not damaged the head gasket.
Jan 29, 2010 at 4:41 AM
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YIXTER
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Indeed it was a cracked hose, I bought a new hose, two clamps and a small packet of grease from autozone (total cost < $20)

replace the hose is very easy, add coolant/H2O afterwards and the problem is solved
Apr 20, 2010 at 8:52 AM
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