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Old 12-12-2009, 08:49 PM
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I have a 4 cylinder 4 door accord dx value package. Does anyone have a good picture or a good description of how to access the thermostat. My heat does not get very hot (it gets a little warm) but not warm enough to counter 15 degree weather so I am pretty certain I need to replace or fix my thermostat, but I cant figure out how to access it. Is it accessible from the top of the car or do I need to go under neath. Are there any other possibilities if my heat is not really hot?
 
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Old 12-14-2009, 10:05 AM
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It's kinda below the throttle body.

Follow the LOWER radiator hose - over the transmission & back towards the firewall. Reach the thermostat from above, but you probably have to remove the rubber air intake duct.
 
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Old 12-14-2009, 11:19 AM
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also, chk to make sure that heater valve is working properly
 
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Old 12-14-2009, 11:21 AM
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Good answer and Good Pictures as usual James
 
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Old 12-15-2009, 04:12 AM
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Its not to bad to get to. You should most def. remove the intake for easy access. Also note there is a bolt that is very hard to see (#29). I didn't see it and ended up causing a major headache for myself.

Anyways, make sure to ONLY use a Honda thermostat and that the opening circle thing is at the top when you install the thermo.
 
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