One of the best things about your videos, actually about the whole concept of your show, it the fact that you recognize that many of us do not have unlimited budgets for tools and parts. Often, we have to do our best to fix our vehicles using only the tools we have and just the parts we can afford! Keep up the good work!
@fightingfalconfan11 жыл бұрын
I had to replace my radiator on my 95 subaru legacy a little while back, followed almost the exact same procedure. but what I had to do wich you explained at the end of the video was shut the engine off and wait a bit and turn it back on so the massive air bubble would get disloged from the system and come out through the radiator. I had to watch your how to bleed a cooling system a few times just to make sure I was doing it right. Well it worked, and the car runs like a champ again! Thanks Eric
@CarAddictGarage11 жыл бұрын
You can always tell what tools are used a lot at the school, because they are alway out of place or missing! 10 mm is on the top of that list! Great video Eric!
@jkenefake11 жыл бұрын
This was the first real repair I did on my Accord. I actually found ETCG searching youtube for a video like this. This video is great timing since my brother's Accord needs a new radiator.
@xrawalmondbutterx8 жыл бұрын
Eric - thank you for doing this channel. I cannot tell you how informative your videos on late 90s/early 2000s Accords and Civics have been. I don't know how I would be doing radiator replacements, brake jobs, valve adjustments and other assorted maintenance otherwise. This radiator job is very similar to doing this era (98-02) 4 cylinder Accord (4 door EX, KA 4AT), but there is no relay up top, and instead wires clipped across the top of the fans in three places you need to disconnect (the clips will probably snap, but zip ties should do fine). You will also be relieved to know that the cooling fan (on the right, when you have it laying down in front of you) is only bolted in at the top, so there are two few rusted nuggets you need to fight, just the one on AC, and two on the transmission line, if you have an automatic. It's probably worth watching the radiator video on the 99 Civic he did for other relevant advice on removing destroyed bolts from the bottom of the radiator. I often wind up using tin snips to cut up the plastic on the old radiator around where the destroyed bolts are on the bottom. HOWEVER, if you have an automatic transmission, as I do, you will find "Pipe C (ATF)" is pointlessly there to connect one of your transmission cooling hoses to the radiator. If you live in the salt belt, as I do, you will likely find it rusted to hell, and perhaps in the process of rusting out, coated in transmission fluid. You may want to have the part on hand if you are doing this job. It is Honda part #25210-PAA-020. And yes, removing the hoses from the hard lines up top is the absolute only way to go. Final tip - you may also want to replace the power steering cooling tube, part #53765-S84-A01, which is another metal tube, this one running behind the radiator, and impossible to do without either removing the radiator or possibly the splash shield. Mine rusted out last summer, and was leaking power steering fluid.
@AllUNeedMotors11 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, I just want to thank you for your information. I've always toyed with the idea of becoming a mechanic, but you really inspired me to actually pursue a career in auto mechanics. I thank you for that!
@SeverdSeouL11 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Eric! You really saved me with this! Today I fixed the radiator and clutch hydraulics on the neglected, rust bucket 1997 Accord I unfortunately became the owner of. I've been watching your videos for 6 months now. I've learned more about the mechanics of cars through your videos than I could ever hope to know. You are an amazing teacher (especially for Hondas). Thank you again, and I hope to continue to learn from you :)
@adammack69604 жыл бұрын
Yes finally a video where someone knows what they're doing and still drops a tool! Great recovery. Thank you for the videos you make.
@fightingfalconfan11 жыл бұрын
He's taking a week off...like a mini vacation. He wrote in a email that he's been getting tired and needs some time off to spend with his family. He also talked to an aspireing new tech for acura and it reminded him of himself back then. One of those thing's that kinda hit's home and makes you think where you came from. I think he should be back next monday.
@icaropcarvalhais9 жыл бұрын
Great job Eric, and thank you for taking your time to show us all how to change our radiator!
@mtejada111 жыл бұрын
You never fail me Eric! Decided to drop by to see if you had a video for these models. Before I went on and installed my new radiator. On my 99 honda accord and look at that. Perfect, you have a video. Thank you soo much
@timfinnamore7727 жыл бұрын
awesome tutorial. replaced my 99 accord radiator today after watching your video. saved me a lot of time and head scratching. transmission cooler lines details were appreciated and also taking out the radiator with the fans and swapping them onto the new one on the bench saved lots of time and made it easier than what I had in my head.
@amishterrorist1711 жыл бұрын
Alot of people use youtube to make money off ads, and crap, and have all those shitty Photo covers for there videos. i gotta say I love the underground KZbinrs, who dont have 1min intro's, and cut camera shots every 2secs.. So this is thank you!!! you are an awesome person to have on youtube
@MultiWoogie11 жыл бұрын
ericthecarguy - worlds best onehand mechanic
@warusweims11 жыл бұрын
Why no anti-sieze? I've never seen you use anti-sieze....ever. That stuff has saved me so much time and so many headaches over the years.
@BC___111 жыл бұрын
No idea why I wasn't subbed to you before a lot of the info on your channel is very informative and spoken in a way I understand...
@gonzaloalvarez30849 жыл бұрын
Great great great job Erik. I picked up a tip on disconnecting the lower hose, to where you can just pull the radiator up and disconnect the hose standing up instead of on your back on the floor. Ciao for now, and keep those great videos coming.
@Modiniik11 жыл бұрын
This was the first repair I did on my 97 Civic, done pretty much the same way... I would've found it a lot easier had this video been available then! Haha.
@jwwilliams4 жыл бұрын
I usually also squeeze the bottom and top hose a bit which helps get the air out. Great video . thanks Eric.
@gokuvnaruto11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Eric. I replaced the radiator in my wife's 2002 Acura TLS. Of course the connections were all different but everything worked out fine. It has a automatic trans but there were no connections to the radiator so I lucked out there. I really like the bleeding the air out part very helpful.
@GammaCruxis11 жыл бұрын
That P1494 code pertains to the evap system - the leak detection pump (LDP) specifically. That system introduces fuel vapors to the intake as part of emissions. A malfunction of that might also be causing the other codes. A common issue is a failure of a vacuum line somewhere near the pump. I would check all of the vacuum hoses going to and from your LDP. Fix that vacuum leak and I bet your issues get go away. Hope this helps!
@HavokStrifeX11 жыл бұрын
There's soooo much space between the radiator and the engine on this car! On my Integra, I had to remove the fans before I could get it out, and had to put it them on new rad once I had it in. There was literally like one inch between the fan casings and the header shield. I lot of the parts looked ridiculously rusty btw... the same parts on my 20 year old Hondas were just plain dirty..
@ericthecarguy11 жыл бұрын
I love it when a plan comes together.
@PACKyourSHITfolks42011 жыл бұрын
I hope ETCG will someday make a video of replacing a rotted suspension subframe. I did it last week and it was a bit of a chore. But it would make a nice repair video. Especially where they salt the roads when it snows.
@Marzec30911 жыл бұрын
Just an FYI, some vehicles do require the use of the bleeder valve with the vehicle running. The Chevy Lumina is one of them the radiator sits lower in the car and you do not use the radiator cap to completely fill the system. In this case you fill the system through the reservoir, and there are two bleeders located in the highest points of the system. open the bleeders until the fluid runs out then close them. You can then run the system as shown to work the remaining air out. ;-)
@gordylocks11 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric the car guy. In one of our videos u had mentioned Teflon tape was used as a lubricant to help tighten bolts till they sealed but... That's only on tapered bolts. I looked it up hahaha but it also said Teflon tape does the sealing.... and only in tapered bolts does or comment apply. Keep up the good videos!!
@MrJKCampione11 жыл бұрын
Back when we were dating, my wife's sunbird (remember those?) had a radiator of this construction, and I had to replace it when it was leaking. Wish I had this vid back then :)
@slothutations6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a very well done video, with easy to see viewing angles. Also, I liked how you talked through potential issues to avoid. I got a sense from those deep sighs that a lot people went through those exact issues. Keep it up!
@ericthecarguy11 жыл бұрын
I purposely do not put transactional elements into my videos because prices vary from place to place.
@evanlockhart9 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, can you do a video on how to replace water pump, timing belt, the whole tune up deal for a 1999 acura cl? I assume 2.3 and 3.0 is pretty much the same?
@1Bigredjeep70711 жыл бұрын
Eric love the video, just bought my daughter a 97 cl had to change the radiator. Purge the system ,running cool but feel bubbles in top hose after turning off engine? any clues?
@ericthecarguy11 жыл бұрын
Headlight adjusters. I made a video on that topic if you want a better explanation.
@bestmastermind95111 жыл бұрын
that shop has so much space ! Eric your lucky u got a shop of that size
@tself7711 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric isn't your funnel one of the things that shouldn't "stay dirty"? Haha. Great vid! I plan on replacing the rad in my wrangler this weekend and this video was a great help to clarify the procedure. Thanks!
@mikeloeb356210 жыл бұрын
In an auto transmission there are two hoses connected to the radiator. Will coolant drain out of the hoses after being disconnected and, if so, will the transmission lines have to be bled and refilled? Great video. Thanks!
@xrawalmondbutterx8 жыл бұрын
Transmission fluid, not coolant, will drain out of the radiator. The hard lines (on this car, and same era Accords) will leak a few drops. There will be a few ounces of transmission fluid you will have to drain in the bottom of the radiator once you've got it off. And no, no bleeding, but will need to top it off.
@HEYICURFACE11 жыл бұрын
nice to see some mechanic stuff. my dads a mechanic and i learned so many things from him.
@osvaldo2k511 жыл бұрын
What do you think about oil filter relocation kits? i have a 2000 civic and installed one to make it easy to change my oil. I also bought an oil extraction pump, how it works is by pumping the the oil from the dip stick. It comes with a hose small enough to fit into the dip stick and reach all the way down into the oil pan. I don't need to jack up the car anymore. The only tools i will use is the oil extraction pump and a funnel. My concern is if i cant suck up all the oil this way.
@heywhyerd11 жыл бұрын
Eric what was the socket or tool you use to access the hard to reach coolant system bleeder valve which could make like a 80-90 degree bend in the How To Replace a Radiator 1999 Acura 2.3 CL/ latest video.
@WezleyB11 жыл бұрын
He is OUR instructor!! And he is a great one, for sure..
@gokblok11 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric--I was curious if there was a particular reason why you would choose hand tools (ratchet) over air tools for this job? A lot of your videos you use your impacts/air ratchet and I was wondering if this job was something in which you would shy away from air tools for fear of damage or something. Thanks!
@01_BruteForce11 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric you think you can do a video on a jeep Cherokee that overheates?? Iv been having this overheating problem for much to long and I can't identify the main problem of this overheating. I'm going to "burp" my cooling system tomarow the rite way! And maybe I can get some results afterward
@liam50m11 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric, but I always seem to see the scooter in the back ground is that yours or a customers?
@SiYang9911 жыл бұрын
Do you have to use the bleeder valve when refilling the radiator with coolant? Sounds like it will just take a little longer if you don't use the bleeder.
@successer2011 жыл бұрын
very helpful i must say .....my corolla 98 left flasher is making the flahing sound but not flashing i changed the relay but nothing changed is it my flasher switch?
@echidna172410 жыл бұрын
Great video, any idea how to program a new transponder key, with out the dealer?
@brucequintero789210 жыл бұрын
hello eric.. this video was very helpful to me. my car has been over heating so what i did was put in a new thermostat and it still was over heating so then i thought well im alittle shout with money so i wanted to see if taking the radiator out and see if maybe it is pluged up. well anyway my question is when taking out the radiator and when i pull the 2 transmition hoses under the radiator. how much fluid will come out and can you reuse it?? i have a 1992 acura leggend ( automatic)
@bundysgarage10 жыл бұрын
It will not leak that much ATF when you pull tbe 2 lines at tne bottom of the radiator. If the fluid is reletively new, yes you can use it again.
@jeb72111 жыл бұрын
OH man I did one on my 1995 accord... Same deal. I remember when Hondas were this easy to work on.
@spelunkerd11 жыл бұрын
Vehicles these days require way less maintenance than they did a generation ago. But the weak spot is still the engine cooling system, requiring regular work and frequent repairs. Fun, ha ha.
@MrBigdaddysdaddy5 жыл бұрын
unlike the other videos on how to here, yours is by far the best!. it is easy to understand, and the camera isn't all shaky as some are like they just did a big line of "crank", and can't get their sequence down......
@7511fsm11 жыл бұрын
FYI, you installed those nuts upside down. The tab is suppose to fit in that little cut out below the hole. That way it has some play, but sits correctly in the general area.
@SuperDd4011 жыл бұрын
i've seen a video on a vaccum process to refill the cooling system, they sucked the air out of the system and then open the valve and the vaccum sucks the coolant in , heard of it ? and what do you think about it ? thanks :)
@tunespt11 жыл бұрын
I usually replace the hoses on vehicles over 10 years, most my costumers understand the need to replace them, and saves them a headache. Specially on turbocharged engines (diesel), an old hose can end an engines life in just 3 seconds.
@Seegalgalguntijak11 жыл бұрын
Aren't there self-bleeding cooling systems as well? I don't have a cap on my radiator, but recently I had to remove one of the hoses to it, so there was air in the system. However, as far as I know my system bleeds itself by moving the air into the overflow bottle, so I just had to refill the bottle until it said to be enough. What else could I have done, when there is no cap on the rad?
@axenz111 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric, I've just replacing my Radiator and I follow exactly like you do. Thanks
@dannymademan11 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric i have a question hopefully you can help me i have a 2001 chevy tahoe 5.3 and im experiencing things that i don't know if its my battery or alternator for example if i leave my emergency lights on for a while my truck wont start the lights will get dimmed also the battery gauge neddle will move when im in red light as well as my oil gauge neddle and the digital odometer will dimmed and light up to original bright and back and forth. If you can let me know what you think it could be thanx
@hanky9700711 жыл бұрын
I replaced my 92 Accord's radiator, piece of cake. The wife's 2000 Dodge grand caravan was an absolute bitch to do. 2 day job and a lot of cursing. Honda's have never giving me any problems.
@elmano0411 жыл бұрын
Yo Eric!! l hate you man!! You work on them cars with such finesse, quality, love and passion that you make the work looks so damn easy and when l'm working on my car after watching your tutorial, shit goes wrong, l always ended up with some extra screws or something didn't install right or something broke, l had to re-watched the tutorial over and over again to get it right. LOL...
@isaotimothy123411 жыл бұрын
Eric new to your channel, my question is that on the passenger side of my dodge caravan is leaking liquids/ it wet. Thank you
@dvddmc11 жыл бұрын
its interesting about your Funnel I picked one up at autozone but had to specail order it. but the guy that orderd it for me had never heard of that kind of funnel before guess he learned something new that day.
@diyperformance18589 жыл бұрын
i have a 2001 dodge dakota 4.7l v8 and it overheats after about 30 minutes of driving and i have changed the thermostat and it still does it and it does not leak it still has good flow and has new antifreeze and disstilled water i think it is the radiator so i would like your professional opinion
@Mr.DMZ.8 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Glad I found a video where someone is working on my exact car model
@noname00nigs5311 жыл бұрын
HI Eric. Thanks for the vid. What do you personally think about vaccuum bleeding? Wouldnt this much more easy and faster?
@gordtw11 жыл бұрын
my coworkers 2002 Cryhsler Cirrus is stalling out on the road....I think it is a bad camshaft sensor. what do you think ? thanks
@ambee51411 жыл бұрын
Do all automatic transmissions have the cooling lines or is that specific for Honda's / Honda Accords?
@lawnside8211 жыл бұрын
sweet video.. but i gotta ask.. at 4:09.. what is that plastic gear thingie i see?? kinda cool lookin..
@Mendo151211 жыл бұрын
I have a 06 altima with the same radiator. Made with plastic. Replaced my this past week. Easy repair imo. If you know what your doing
@beechwood61911 жыл бұрын
Eric, I always crack the bleeder when I am draining the radiator, do you think that helps getting all the anti-freeze out of the block? K
@photonsand85017 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I swapped mine out today, first time. Thank you for your time
@bric266111 жыл бұрын
VW AUDI SEAT SKODA are self bleeding, they don't have a radiator cap just a header tank with a small hose that feeds into it which circulates the air/coolant back into the top of the tank. Much easier!
@AdmissionGaming11 жыл бұрын
Gettings Eric! Admission the Gamer here, today I will be liking this video.
@jjlwis11 жыл бұрын
Eric, what are your thoughts on Seafoam? does it work? long term effects?
@dvddmc11 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric would you say it would be a good time to change the Tstat at the same time while doing this procedure? even if it was still good?
@donaldtate337210 жыл бұрын
Hello Mr. Car Guy. I have a 1998 Acura CL 2.3, and I just replaced my small leaking radiator around the top plastic trim. I noticed after you re-installed the new radiator, you raised the RPMs to verify the radiator fans for function-ability. When I tried on my vehicle, my fans would not come on; however, the temp gauge is mid ways cold and median temp. It's showing below average temp, but still neither fan comes on. When my car is cold with first start up, my temp gauge inside the vehicle is sitting on COLD, then idle to normal temp with the temp I described above. So, my gauge is functioning. Now with AC on both fans do run. I don't know if this is what caused me to have to do a radiator replacement this time. Please help! Advise....................
@MrNatsman11 жыл бұрын
Hello Eric I want to know about the uses in differnt kinds of coolant. Dex-Cool and Ethyl-Glycol coolants. I my self am a mechanic and should know this but have not had to do anything in my trade with a engine cooling system for 10 years as I have been specialising in electric driven hydraulic systems in a underground mine so please forgive my ignorance. Cheers Great Channel Eric.
@danielvaldezaguirre11 жыл бұрын
Eric how are you doing?, quick question my friend, I took my 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4L for 5000km maintenance and got about a quarter of oil above the full line on the dipstick. I ran the car about 400km with this much extra oil on it until I found out and managed to get it to the right level. Is there any chance to have done any damage to my engine? Thanks
@Hadamona11 жыл бұрын
To jack my honda I always use the centre beam hook 1:59 just aft of the rad drain, any reason why I shouldn't?
@omarG1910011 жыл бұрын
i had a saturn that didnt have a rad cap. i just filled the system and turn the heater on blast then let it run til i felt heat coming out the vents. worked everytime.
@chrismen120911 жыл бұрын
I have a 2005 Honda Civic Dx...would replacing my radiator be similar to this video?
@ItsAlwaysRusty11 жыл бұрын
On 94-96 Impalas the cooling system is a reverse flow type. The bottom hose carrys the heat not the upper FYI..
@Ukrainelove10111 жыл бұрын
Okay so I changed my head gasket after I noticed there was oil in the radiator. There is no more oil in the radiator after over 50 miles of driving. But the car jerks when in drive and stopped. Any advice? Changed the plugs about 2 months ago, brand new wires and cap.
@the7.3powerstrokeguy987 жыл бұрын
Eric I need your help. my car wasn't overheating nor did it overheat ever. I just started seeing fume coming from under the hood. saw bubbles coming from the radiator so I figured it was the radiator. changed it out and boom fume comes back. it has that weird hit water antifreeze smell to it. so I know it's related. can you please help me out and give me a suggestion. I am in dyer need thanks.
@90umit11 жыл бұрын
Eric my car jumps between 1300-400 rpm when it is hot. Can not accelerating and the car dies. I start the car after it's no problem if I run directly otherwise it dies again. The cooler and the fan works. What should I watch?
@ccjcadventures26617 жыл бұрын
thanks !!! i guess i will have to wing the automatic part. nice tip on where to disconnect much appreciated!!! the kids rad cap was bad so i replaced and pressure was created so the heater hose blew and more pressure was created so the radiator blew and now am doing that. what is the next weak link:)
@ceedeegutierrez11 жыл бұрын
why no monday vid? i knew about your refocus break but you said it would be announced. wierd.
@ericthecarguy11 жыл бұрын
I have one on a Pontiac Grand Prix.
@phyriz00711 жыл бұрын
Yes it is a manual.. And he does show how to deal with the lines on an auto trans model in the video.
@fightingfalconfan11 жыл бұрын
they usually come on when coolant temp is starting to exceed safe levels. one fan can't cool the entire surface area of the radiator so both come on. also both come on when ac is turned on.
@ericthecarguy11 жыл бұрын
Hi!
@Ukrainelove10111 жыл бұрын
Hey i'm having a problem with my Acura Cl, there is what appears oil in the cooling system and radiator. Do you know why this is happening?
@dr00andrew11 жыл бұрын
is this a manual transmission since you didnt have to deal with the cooler lines?
@froilan171811 жыл бұрын
hey Eric I have a question for you, I've been trying to buy the lower rubber mounts, any help where or how to find them?
@fightingfalconfan11 жыл бұрын
bleeder valves just help fill the system faster, they are not mandatory. It will just take a bit longer to fill the system up. You still have to bleed the system though.
@tomg13698 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial Eric! What's a "good" brand radiator for a 2005 Acura TL automatic. Rock Auto has lots to choose from. Not sure if after market is a good idea. Your thoughts?
@xrawalmondbutterx8 жыл бұрын
Aside from OEM (Honda), Denso is probably your best bet.
@axenz111 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric, is it safe or cheaper to repair than replace it? Thanks
@deggree9 жыл бұрын
Does this same procedure apply to the "98" Acura CL? Basically do they use the same radiator?
@DougCameraMan11 жыл бұрын
those gloves would drive me crazy! LOL .. Great video, Eric.
@AllUNeedMotors11 жыл бұрын
By the way, I love your ETCG1 channel.
@bubbadog12711 жыл бұрын
What kind of gloves do you use? Harbor Freight??
@BertoAranda11 жыл бұрын
So changing the coolant should be done every 3 years or 30k miles? How about newer cars? I have an '09 Chevy cobalt and I haven't changed the coolant
@ecorico2211 жыл бұрын
that should be a pretty simple install. tools you'll probably need: ratchet 1/4 drive/sockets maybe an extension for it and a flat head screw driver. any of the hose lines on your stock intake should transfer over in the same or nearly the same spots. if you're in CA it may be an illegal part due to strict emission "carb" laws. that's a head ache in its self