2002 Honda Civic Flushing coolant

2002 HONDA CIVIC
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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JCDOWNS
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When I flush the coolant, do I need to replace the thermometer? Do I need to add a chemical flush? How do I bleed the system of air?
Aug 19, 2010 at 10:34 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Would be a good idea to replace the thermostat AFTER replacing the coolant, yes. I wouldn't recommend any chemical type flush..


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Aug 19, 2010 at 4:29 PM
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