Owner's Manual

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
ENGINE PROTECTION SYSTEM ACTIVATED
If the alert light comes on, this
means the engine protection
ALERT
system has been activated. LIGHT
The engine protection system
automatically stops the engine to
prevent damage from lack of
lubrication or overheating. The
engine
will not run if the oil ENGINE
pressure is too low or the coolant
is too hot, and if restarted, the
engine
will immediately stop
again.
Check the oil level, and add oil
if needed (see page 25). Low oil
pressure may be caused by a low oil level.
Check the coolant level in the reserve tank, and add coolant if needed
(see pages 34
& 35).
Inspect the radiator screen (see pages 32
& 33). Clean it if blocked with
dirt and debris.
Allow an overheated engine to cool for about half an hour before
restarting. If restarted while overheated, the engine protection system
will immediately stop the engine again.
I NOTICE I
If the cooling system is empty, or if the coolant level is lower than the
temperature sensor in the radiator, the engine protection system will
not stop the engine, and the alert light will not come on. Always check
the coolant level before operation.
If there are oil or coolant leaks, or if you are unable to correct the
condition that has activated the engine protection system, take the
engine to an authorized Honda servicing dealer.
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