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Water Outlet Replacement

  1. Drain the engine coolant, '04-05 models (see '04-05 MODELS  ), '06-08 models (see '06-08 MODELS  ).
  2. Remove the two bolts (A) securing the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve bracket and remove the bolt (B) securing the harness bracket.
    Fig 1: Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve Bracket Bolts And Harness Bracket Bolt w/Torque Specs.
    G05490336Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A), heater hose (B), water bypass hose (C), and remove the connecting pipe mounting bolt (D).
    Fig 2: Upper Radiator Hose, Heater Hose, Water Bypass Hose And Connecting Pipe Mounting Bolt w/Torque Spec.
    G05490337Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the water outlet (A).
    Fig 3: Water Outlet And Gasket w/Torque Specs.
    G05490338Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the water outlet with a new gasket (B).
  6. Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open, '04-05 models (see step  6 ), '06-08 models (see step  6 ).