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Cooling System (K20C1: Type-R)

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Item  Measurement  Qualification  Standard or New  Service Limit 
Radiator Coolant capacities (including engine, heater, hoses, and expansion tank) Engine overhaul 8.1 L (2.14 US gal) -
Coolant change 4.7 L (1.24 US gal) -
Coolant type   Use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2, and add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.NOTE:  If the vehicle is regularly driven in very low temperatures (below -22 deg.F (-30 deg.C)), a 60 % concentration of coolant should be used.
Expansion tank Coolant capacity   0.8 L (0.21 US gal) -
Expansion tank cap Opening pressure   112-146 kPa (1.14-1.49 kgf/cm 2, 16.2-21.2 psi) -
Thermostat Opening temperature Begins to open 169-176 deg.F (76-80 deg.C) -
Fully open 194 deg.F (90 deg.C) -
Valve lift at fully open   10.0 mm (0.394 in) min. -