Car 1: 3.5L 1991 LS Coupe 5 Spd Blk/Blk
Car 2: 1999 Acura 3.5RL
Car 3: 2004 GMC Sierra Z71
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DIY: Bleeding the air out of your coolant plus a test for BHG
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I have a much easier way to get the air bubbles out of the system. It's called a Lisle spill free funnel. This is the company website if you need to locate a dealer: Automotive Tools & Products - Lisle Corporation
You can also buy these from your local tool guy for $15-20 or search online for a Lisle 22150.
Product demonstration:
You attach it to the the radiator where the radiator cap screws on (sometimes you have to work the funnel's cap on because of slight fitment issues). You fill the coolant overflow jug to the max line, then fill the funnel about 1/2 to 3/4 of the way up the funnel. You start the engine, and let it idle with the heat on for about 20 minutes. Every few minutes, give the upper and lower radiator hoses a couple of squeezes to help the air bubbles out. After 20 minutes, keep an eye on the funnel to make sure you don't see any more bubbles for a few more minutes. You take the long plastic plunger and stick it down into the hole, so you can remove the funnel without spilling the coolant. If the overflow jug is low, you can then put the funnel in your coolant and pull the plunger out, so you don't waste any coolant. You can do the same to put the unused coolant back in the container. Remove the funnel attachment cap and install an OEM Honda radiator cap and you're done.
It requires no turning of the bleeder, because the funnel is the highest point in the cooling system, so the air is bled out of the funnel.
HEAD GASKET ISSUES:
If you see bubbles for longer than 30-40 minutes, the chances of you having a blown head gasket are damn near 100%. The air should be out of the system within 10 to 20 minutes, most times I can get the air out within 5 minutes. If air is being introduced to the system, it's most likely coming from the pistons pushing air into the system, via a blown head gasket.
Car 1: 1991 blue coupe ---Sold---
Car 2: 1994 green LS coupe
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this is kind of post that makes me glad Mike is back . not only would this make bleeding easier but it will reduce chances of injury (coolant sometimes shoots of the bleeder valve) and it also decreases the spillage of coolant on the engine which always leaves nasty stains.
Car 1: 91 Acura Legend LS [RIP 06/03/2004]
Car 2: 93 Acura Legend LS
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This is must have for any Legend owner! Great find... This is another great Legend Tool to have; I also recommend the NAPA Block Tester (Part Number 700-1006 ($51)) which will allow you to test your coolant... Wouldn't be a bad idea to check it regularly (maybe quarterly or semi-annually) just to make sure there are no problems.
Also, I recommend every Legend owner to roll around with a jug of genuine Honda Coolant (50/50) in your trunk just in case! Lol...
Now, if we can find a better way to notify the driver of overheating as opposed to watching the needle with one eye! LOL... I wonder if there is an audio alert that can be done if the gauge passes the half mark?
Regardless, I will be buying this this week and bleeding my coolant. Thank You
Car 1: 1991 Legend Coupe
Car 2: '93 Accord *wrecked*
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This funnel is honestly one of the most useful things I have ever bought.
Any LEGEND owner who does anything with their cooling system would do well to buy one.
hey guys 93 legend just did exactly what u guys said but my coolant came all the way out of the funnell and spilled everywhere. im having the same problem with the engine revving as well as the temp needle goes all the way up to H when warming up. then when fully warm the needle drops down back to normal and i finally get heat. any suggestions?
You have a big air pocket for sure. The idle is bad because there is no coolant touching the sensor. You will probably have to use the bleed screw and work hard at getting the air pocket out. Give it time, it will work eventually.
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. not only would this make bleeding easier but it will reduce chances of injury (coolant sometimes shoots of the bleeder valve) and it also decreases the spillage of coolant on the engine which always leaves nasty stains.
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