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1999-2004 Honda Odyssey Coolant and Washer Fluid Check

Attributed iFixit repair guide for 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey.

iFixit Library 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey Very easy 15 - 25 minutes Guide 143626
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Step 1

Coolant

  • Turn off the car and pull the latch to release the hood.
Step 2

Coolant

  • Pull the hood release upwards to open the hood and use the prop rod to keep it open.
Step 3

Coolant

  • Locate the coolant container behind the passenger side headlight.
Step 4

Coolant

  • Check the fluid level is in between the max and the min mark on the coolant container. If it is at the max, proceed to step 7.
  • If the fluid level is below the max, you need to fill it up, continue to step 4.
  • If the coolant tank is empty, continue to step 4
  • Hot coolant is pressurized, make sure the vehicle is turned off for 15 minutes.
Step 5

Coolant

  • Loosen the coolant cap a little, then step back while the pressure releases. Now, completely remove the coolant cap.
  • Wait for any built-in pressure to release before completely removing the cap, pressurized coolant is hot and can scald.
  • Place a funnel on top of the coolant container opening
Step 6

Coolant

  • Use caution while handling coolant fluid. The product is flammable.
  • Pour the Prestone coolant liquid into the container until the liquid reaches the “max” line.
  • If you have a funnel. Place the funnel into the top of the container.
  • Pour the coolant liquid into the funnel until the liquid reaches the “max” line.
Step 7

Coolant

  • Firmly place the cap back onto the container.
Step 8

Coolant

  • Close the hood.
  • If doing multiple checks closing the hood is not required.
Step 9

Washer

  • Locate the Washer container.
Step 10

Washer

  • Open the washer fluid container and completely remove the cap.
Step 11

Washer

  • Pour the Prestone washer liquid into the container until the liquid reaches the top of the container.
Step 12

Washer

  • Place the cap back onto the container.
Step 13

Washer

  • Close the hood.