Radiator Test

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Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap, and fill the radiator with engine coolant to the top of the filler neck.
Attach a commercially available pressure tester (A) to the radiator, and apply a pressure of 93-123 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf/cm² ,14-18 psi).

Fig 1: Attaching Commercially Available Pressure Tester To Radiator
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Inspect for engine coolant leaks and a drop in pressure.
Remove the tester, then reinstall the radiator cap.