Find a library that carries the ALLDATA data base. They have a very good description of the technique involved. You will have to remove the upper intake manifold. This also requires the separation of fuel injection fuel lines. By the way, this is really an Opel/Saab V6, if you didn't know. Perhaps all you really need is flush and fill of the coolant. DON%26quot;T use the GM dexcool, use the Saab coolant or Ford Yellow coolant. SEE the %26quot;dexcoolsettlement%26quot; web-site and the other %26quot;GM Litigation%26quot; web-sites. Good luck!!
How do i change the thermostat on a 1998 Cadillac Catera?
Look in the book. Do what it says. You can find Chiltons Auto Repair manuals at the public library. It's not enough to say, %26quot;Take out the old thermostat and put a new one in and replace the gasket%26quot;. The pictures in the maual can better show you where the parts are than for you to be told to look here and there.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
My oil pressure warning light on my Honda Accord 96 goes on when the engine is idle, what is the problem?
I have an accord 96 that has 100,000kms on it. had an oil change recently.
A few days after this oil change, I had an overheat and after this overheat, the oil pressure warning light started acting eratically.
First, after a cold start, the light does not turn on but after the engine warms up, the light flashes. The problem is, while revving the engine, the light goes off and immediately goes on again when the engine is idle.
To address my original problem, mechanics informed me that they would change the oil sending unit, change thermostat valve and thermostat switch.
After this, the problem was still the same (light goes off with revving). They recommended a general overhaul for the reason that the engine had so much sludge and they blamed the problem on the engine flush that was included during the change oil.
Now, i really dont know what to do next. General overhaul is too expensive for my budget.. Any tips?
Thanks very much!
My oil pressure warning light on my Honda Accord 96 goes on when the engine is idle, what is the problem?
the first and obvious question is--have you checked the oil level recently? I've seen drain bolts leak on Hondas if you don't change the washer for the plug and you could legitimately have a low oil condition. so thats the first thing to do.
then, if the oil is full, have your technician put an oil pressure gauge on the car to run a pressure test. That will tell you if the problem is a mechanical one (oil pump) or an electrical one (sending unit/gauge). Your description sounds like a mechanical problem with the oil pump. If the car does have low oil pressure, then the next thing to do is to have the oil pan removed to check the oil pick up for the oil pump. If it is clogged they can clean it. If not, then you'll have to change the pump.
accords are not known to generate a lot of sludge unless the oil is never changed. the engine flushes rarely provide any value.
hope that helps
My oil pressure warning light on my Honda Accord 96 goes on when the engine is idle, what is the problem?
Your oil pump is going bad. what is happening it is not pumping enough oil at idle and triggering your light. an easy way to check is get an oil pressure gauge, hook it up at make sure, this can have disasterous effects on your engine if not taken care of IMMEDIETLY.
Honda's are not known for sludge unless you don't change the oil at all.
Does the car have oil in it?
Could be the pump going bad...or the sending unit may not be reading correctly...or as simple as it wasn't wired correctly.
We had one that was triggered by the e-brake and just had to rewire it.
Sounds like the oil pump though and if it is and its not fixed its a good way to blow up a motor when it eventually freezes up.
A few days after this oil change, I had an overheat and after this overheat, the oil pressure warning light started acting eratically.
First, after a cold start, the light does not turn on but after the engine warms up, the light flashes. The problem is, while revving the engine, the light goes off and immediately goes on again when the engine is idle.
To address my original problem, mechanics informed me that they would change the oil sending unit, change thermostat valve and thermostat switch.
After this, the problem was still the same (light goes off with revving). They recommended a general overhaul for the reason that the engine had so much sludge and they blamed the problem on the engine flush that was included during the change oil.
Now, i really dont know what to do next. General overhaul is too expensive for my budget.. Any tips?
Thanks very much!
My oil pressure warning light on my Honda Accord 96 goes on when the engine is idle, what is the problem?
the first and obvious question is--have you checked the oil level recently? I've seen drain bolts leak on Hondas if you don't change the washer for the plug and you could legitimately have a low oil condition. so thats the first thing to do.
then, if the oil is full, have your technician put an oil pressure gauge on the car to run a pressure test. That will tell you if the problem is a mechanical one (oil pump) or an electrical one (sending unit/gauge). Your description sounds like a mechanical problem with the oil pump. If the car does have low oil pressure, then the next thing to do is to have the oil pan removed to check the oil pick up for the oil pump. If it is clogged they can clean it. If not, then you'll have to change the pump.
accords are not known to generate a lot of sludge unless the oil is never changed. the engine flushes rarely provide any value.
hope that helps
My oil pressure warning light on my Honda Accord 96 goes on when the engine is idle, what is the problem?
Your oil pump is going bad. what is happening it is not pumping enough oil at idle and triggering your light. an easy way to check is get an oil pressure gauge, hook it up at make sure, this can have disasterous effects on your engine if not taken care of IMMEDIETLY.
Honda's are not known for sludge unless you don't change the oil at all.
Does the car have oil in it?
Could be the pump going bad...or the sending unit may not be reading correctly...or as simple as it wasn't wired correctly.
We had one that was triggered by the e-brake and just had to rewire it.
Sounds like the oil pump though and if it is and its not fixed its a good way to blow up a motor when it eventually freezes up.
1997 Ford F150 4.6 liter only getting heat occasionally, changed thermostat already problem still exists?
I have a 1997 Ford F-150 4.6 Liter 84,000 miles. The truck takes forever to heat up, when it does I get hot heat, but then the temp gauge starts to drop and the heat goes cold. Sometimes the gauge doesn't drop and the heat goes cold. The gauge never goes beyond about a quarter of the way up. The blower works. I changed the thermostat, what I thought was the most obvious for what seems to be over cooling, but the problem still exists. I checked all lines and fluid is flowing through the heater core as well. At a complete loss??????
1997 Ford F150 4.6 liter only getting heat occasionally, changed thermostat already problem still exists?
Check and fill the Coolant again and into the radiator, because there is a giant air bubble that moves around after you drain and then refill the coolant once. Sometimes on my truck the coolant dows not flow from the plastic overflow reservoir into the radiator, that's why I said to fill the radiator directly again.
I think the factory thermostat rating is about 195 degrees or so, so check the package.
1997 Ford F150 4.6 liter only getting heat occasionally, changed thermostat already problem still exists?
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1997 Ford F150 4.6 liter only getting heat occasionally, changed thermostat already problem still exists?
Check and fill the Coolant again and into the radiator, because there is a giant air bubble that moves around after you drain and then refill the coolant once. Sometimes on my truck the coolant dows not flow from the plastic overflow reservoir into the radiator, that's why I said to fill the radiator directly again.
I think the factory thermostat rating is about 195 degrees or so, so check the package.
1997 Ford F150 4.6 liter only getting heat occasionally, changed thermostat already problem still exists?
Is the heater core plugged? Or the lines to it?
Can I put a 110 volt element in a 220 volt water heater?
I have gone off grid and dont have power from utility company anymore but cant supply enough power yet for 220 volt. I want to convert my water heater to 110 volt. Can I put a 110 volt screw in type element in place of a 220 volt element? Do I also need to change thermostat too?
Can I put a 110 volt element in a 220 volt water heater?
Do not listen to any one of these people who say that you can't do this.They do not know about electricity or water heaters.You will NOT have to change thermostats.The only change that will have to be made after the element is changed is the breaker in the panel.You will have to change it to a single pole breaker[single pole 30 amp] and one of the wires will have to be connected to the neutral bar.Also make sure that the element that you get is not larger than 2500 watts.It will take longer to heat the water but it will work.A 2500 watt element at 120 volts will draw 20.4 amps.Is your generator large enough for this?
Can I put a 110 volt element in a 220 volt water heater?
No, you cant do that without switching all kinds of stuff.... cheaper to buy a 110v water heater.
If you're off-grid, the voltage may not be your only issue. Do you have enough power (watts) available to heat the water? Remember that to heat the water energy is added; the energy is provided from electricity. Even a small 6 gallon 120V water heater uses about 1400W of power. Most 40 gallon, 240V units use about 6000W. Switching from a 240V coil to a 120V coil won't change the power needed to heat the water - but will require twice the current (Power = Voltage X Current). A solar water heater with powered temperature maintenance may be a better choice for you.
no
No, but you can use a 220V element in either one. The same thermostat can be used for either.
I have seen a lot of jury-rigged things in my day. Remeber though, that you're dealing with electricity and water. Play it safe and get a 110 volt water heater.
If the water heater has a 220v power supply, your element will burn out.
After conversion to 110v power supply, your element will work but the thermostat also has to be changed.
It will take a longer time to heat the water say 40-gallon type especially when the demand is highest in the mornings. It all depends on how many people live in your house (including very small children), whether you take bath or shower, whether the dishwasher runs in the mornings and if the clothes washer also will run say, in the weekends. If you have small babies, the demand is ever more because of beddings, clothes and other things that comes with the bringing up a small child.
All this put a heavy demand and the water heater will find it difficult to keep up.
If it fits, Probably OK but you must also change the power source to 110V.
In most cases the thermostat is only a switch and should be OK.
Note also that the power consumption in watts would be the same for the same BTU.
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Can I put a 110 volt element in a 220 volt water heater?
Do not listen to any one of these people who say that you can't do this.They do not know about electricity or water heaters.You will NOT have to change thermostats.The only change that will have to be made after the element is changed is the breaker in the panel.You will have to change it to a single pole breaker[single pole 30 amp] and one of the wires will have to be connected to the neutral bar.Also make sure that the element that you get is not larger than 2500 watts.It will take longer to heat the water but it will work.A 2500 watt element at 120 volts will draw 20.4 amps.Is your generator large enough for this?
Can I put a 110 volt element in a 220 volt water heater?
No, you cant do that without switching all kinds of stuff.... cheaper to buy a 110v water heater.
If you're off-grid, the voltage may not be your only issue. Do you have enough power (watts) available to heat the water? Remember that to heat the water energy is added; the energy is provided from electricity. Even a small 6 gallon 120V water heater uses about 1400W of power. Most 40 gallon, 240V units use about 6000W. Switching from a 240V coil to a 120V coil won't change the power needed to heat the water - but will require twice the current (Power = Voltage X Current). A solar water heater with powered temperature maintenance may be a better choice for you.
no
No, but you can use a 220V element in either one. The same thermostat can be used for either.
I have seen a lot of jury-rigged things in my day. Remeber though, that you're dealing with electricity and water. Play it safe and get a 110 volt water heater.
If the water heater has a 220v power supply, your element will burn out.
After conversion to 110v power supply, your element will work but the thermostat also has to be changed.
It will take a longer time to heat the water say 40-gallon type especially when the demand is highest in the mornings. It all depends on how many people live in your house (including very small children), whether you take bath or shower, whether the dishwasher runs in the mornings and if the clothes washer also will run say, in the weekends. If you have small babies, the demand is ever more because of beddings, clothes and other things that comes with the bringing up a small child.
All this put a heavy demand and the water heater will find it difficult to keep up.
If it fits, Probably OK but you must also change the power source to 110V.
In most cases the thermostat is only a switch and should be OK.
Note also that the power consumption in watts would be the same for the same BTU.
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Ford escort van heater wont work. Have changed thermostat. Blower etc ok?
Hi can anyone help? I've noticed as the weather is getting colder the heater in my wee van is blowing cold air. I've checked the water level, fitted a new thermostat, with no effect. I can get a slight heat if I set the temp at max and the blower at min, but nothing to speak of. The van temperature gauge does not overheat. no sign of any emulsification in the radiator water. I've tried squeezing the heater hose in case there is an air lock. Still wont work.
Please someone help before I freeze to death.
Frank Mc
Ford escort van heater wont work. Have changed thermostat. Blower etc ok?
Is the linkage to the heater Matrix connected ?
Is the Matrix air locked ? bleed
are the shutters letting air into car open ?
squeezing pipes will not work.
Ford escort van heater wont work. Have changed thermostat. Blower etc ok?
I assume the heater hoses are cool rather than hot.
My old Escort van had a little air vent in the heater hose to allow you to get rid of air locks. If yours doesn't have one, disconnect both hoses %26amp; flush through the heater matrix with a hosepipe. Refill the cooling system by parking the van on as steep an uphill slope as you can (or use ramps). This should keep the heater hoses full.
I've done a little research to determine the components used in this particular heater system. Being that I am from America and we don't have Escort Vans, I will have to rely on service maunual to determine how the heater system operates. The previous answers are very good suggestions. In my experience most of the time this condition is caused by lack of coolant flow to the heater core. This can be caused by a couple of different reason. First, an airlock in the system, which can usually easily be corrected by bleeding the coolant system. This bleeder screw will normall be located on top of the engine somewhere around the thermostat housing/upper radiatior hose. In short, ensure that the cooling system is actually full. Start the vehichle, remove the raditor cap, turn on the heater to full speed and temperature, and allow to reach operating temperature, After preparing the system to fill, begin filling at the radiator. Once the engine has reached operating temperature, the thermostat should open and any air pockets should be forced back out of the system. After ensuring the system is full, replace the radiator cap, and check the heater output temperature. If it is still not producing the desired output temperature. Place you hand on the Intake and Output hose of the heater core. If the system is working properly both should be fairly hot. Almost too hot to keep your hand on the hose very long. If both hoses are not hot, you have one of two problems. Either the heater core has an air pocket causing an air lock or from the research I have done, the heater control valve is not allowing the proper flow through the heater core. I believe this is a project that you will need to check these items and get back with me with what you found. I will be more than happy to walk you through the repair process to get your heater working. I don't think this is a serious or expensive repair, but you do need the knowledge to know what to check and how to correct the problem when we find it.
Good luck and Hope to hear from you soon,
it's the the valve that switches between cold and hot air as you turn the temp dial, i can't remember what the exact name of it is. The screw that it piviots on will have seized, it's a common fault on lots of Fords.
they call it blend door, yours might be cable operated ,check the cable when you move the temperature knob,feel if there is resistance,,some times the lock that hold the cable just come off making the blend door not to move fully
I had a build up of corrosion in one of my water pipes where it connected to the aluminum head. If your heat wasn't used for 6 months during the summer, a blockage could form due to the coolant not circulating through the hoses, pipes, and heater core.
I'm not familiar with the ford escort van. However you might want to check the lines coming out of your heater core in the engine compartment. After having the vehicle get up to operating temp and the heater on you should be able to feel both lines coming out of the heater core. Both of these lines should be hot! If one of the lines are still on the cool side you might have a blockage in your heater core. You can try clearing the blockage or replacing the heater core.
Please someone help before I freeze to death.
Frank Mc
Ford escort van heater wont work. Have changed thermostat. Blower etc ok?
Is the linkage to the heater Matrix connected ?
Is the Matrix air locked ? bleed
are the shutters letting air into car open ?
squeezing pipes will not work.
Ford escort van heater wont work. Have changed thermostat. Blower etc ok?
I assume the heater hoses are cool rather than hot.
My old Escort van had a little air vent in the heater hose to allow you to get rid of air locks. If yours doesn't have one, disconnect both hoses %26amp; flush through the heater matrix with a hosepipe. Refill the cooling system by parking the van on as steep an uphill slope as you can (or use ramps). This should keep the heater hoses full.
I've done a little research to determine the components used in this particular heater system. Being that I am from America and we don't have Escort Vans, I will have to rely on service maunual to determine how the heater system operates. The previous answers are very good suggestions. In my experience most of the time this condition is caused by lack of coolant flow to the heater core. This can be caused by a couple of different reason. First, an airlock in the system, which can usually easily be corrected by bleeding the coolant system. This bleeder screw will normall be located on top of the engine somewhere around the thermostat housing/upper radiatior hose. In short, ensure that the cooling system is actually full. Start the vehichle, remove the raditor cap, turn on the heater to full speed and temperature, and allow to reach operating temperature, After preparing the system to fill, begin filling at the radiator. Once the engine has reached operating temperature, the thermostat should open and any air pockets should be forced back out of the system. After ensuring the system is full, replace the radiator cap, and check the heater output temperature. If it is still not producing the desired output temperature. Place you hand on the Intake and Output hose of the heater core. If the system is working properly both should be fairly hot. Almost too hot to keep your hand on the hose very long. If both hoses are not hot, you have one of two problems. Either the heater core has an air pocket causing an air lock or from the research I have done, the heater control valve is not allowing the proper flow through the heater core. I believe this is a project that you will need to check these items and get back with me with what you found. I will be more than happy to walk you through the repair process to get your heater working. I don't think this is a serious or expensive repair, but you do need the knowledge to know what to check and how to correct the problem when we find it.
Good luck and Hope to hear from you soon,
it's the the valve that switches between cold and hot air as you turn the temp dial, i can't remember what the exact name of it is. The screw that it piviots on will have seized, it's a common fault on lots of Fords.
they call it blend door, yours might be cable operated ,check the cable when you move the temperature knob,feel if there is resistance,,some times the lock that hold the cable just come off making the blend door not to move fully
I had a build up of corrosion in one of my water pipes where it connected to the aluminum head. If your heat wasn't used for 6 months during the summer, a blockage could form due to the coolant not circulating through the hoses, pipes, and heater core.
I'm not familiar with the ford escort van. However you might want to check the lines coming out of your heater core in the engine compartment. After having the vehicle get up to operating temp and the heater on you should be able to feel both lines coming out of the heater core. Both of these lines should be hot! If one of the lines are still on the cool side you might have a blockage in your heater core. You can try clearing the blockage or replacing the heater core.
94 Prelude overheating, but nothing hot under the hood. Change Thermostat already, what next?
I have a 94 prelude that i had the engine replaced in back in November. Everything was running fine, but the car would go past the middle point for temp when the car would sit for a while, but then it would go back to the middle point on its own.
Well, last saturday i was on a gravel rd and i peeled out and gravel kicked up and about 5-10 minutes later, i notice the temp gauge was all the way hot. I have changed the thermostat, blead the line, and refilled the coolant and the car gets hot is only about 1 minute. It literally goes from off and cool to all the way hot in about 60-90 seconds. Also, although the temp gauge is all the way hot, the radiator cap, plastic resovoir, no hoses, or the engine is hot. I take the radiator cap off and the coolant is not hot at all.
what is my issue. Please help?
94 Prelude overheating, but nothing hot under the hood. Change Thermostat already, what next?
Replace the temp gauge sensor and see if that's the culprit. Also, for $35 you can get a radiator cap with a build in temp gauge, so you can compare and see if your dash gauge is screwy.
94 Prelude overheating, but nothing hot under the hood. Change Thermostat already, what next?
the radiator cap %26amp; like the other guy said ur gauge might b messing up
have u changed ur waterpump???
Well, last saturday i was on a gravel rd and i peeled out and gravel kicked up and about 5-10 minutes later, i notice the temp gauge was all the way hot. I have changed the thermostat, blead the line, and refilled the coolant and the car gets hot is only about 1 minute. It literally goes from off and cool to all the way hot in about 60-90 seconds. Also, although the temp gauge is all the way hot, the radiator cap, plastic resovoir, no hoses, or the engine is hot. I take the radiator cap off and the coolant is not hot at all.
what is my issue. Please help?
94 Prelude overheating, but nothing hot under the hood. Change Thermostat already, what next?
Replace the temp gauge sensor and see if that's the culprit. Also, for $35 you can get a radiator cap with a build in temp gauge, so you can compare and see if your dash gauge is screwy.
94 Prelude overheating, but nothing hot under the hood. Change Thermostat already, what next?
the radiator cap %26amp; like the other guy said ur gauge might b messing up
have u changed ur waterpump???
Were is the thermostat in a 98 regal?
i have a 98 buick regal gs i want to change the thermostat but i cant find it anywere does any one know were its located ? and how much should it cost to replace it?
Were is the thermostat in a 98 regal?
It is on the engine block beneath the upper radiator hose. Remove the hose and you will see it. It cost $20 to do it yourself
Were is the thermostat in a 98 regal?
It is on the engine block beneath the upper radiator hose. Remove the hose and you will see it. It cost $20 to do it yourself
How do i change a thermostat on a 92' Audi A6 Quartto?
First, a warning, if you aren't familiar with timing belts and how precisely they must be installed, I would not recommend this job for a beginner. If your mileage is close to 60k since the timing belt has been changed, now is the time. The procedure is best read from a Bentley manual (Bentley Publishing), don't count on Haynes or Clymer. But once the timing belt is out of the way, the thermostat is under the long metal housing in the middle of the motor on the passenger side. A large radiator hose is attached to one end, and the other is bolted to the block with 2 bolts. Drain the coolant out of the radiator drain, hidden on the lower left radiator tank, remove the plastic over the accessory belt, take it off too, then the plastic timing covers and belt, also have to take off the harmonic balancer for access. Then pull off the radiator housing and o-ring, put the new t-stat in the same way, with the button on the inside of the motor, then put it all back together. Never never take a timing belt off one sprocket then just toss it together. That motor has 2 cams and they must both be verified in the correct position in relation to each other and to the crank before that engine is started. Again, not a job for a beginner.
How do i change a thermostat on a 92' Audi A6 Quartto?
the thermostat on most cars is behind the radiator hose thats on top of the engine the end that goes into the block
How do i change a thermostat on a 92' Audi A6 Quartto?
unless you;re very mechanically inclined and have factory bar to hold cam sprockets in time, and plug to hold crank, don't even try. the housing is behind the timing belt on front of the motor pass side. Best to take it to a shop, and since they have to have the belt off anyways, I'd replace timing and serp belt along with tensioners and water pump.vc computer eye strain
How do i change a thermostat on a 92' Audi A6 Quartto?
the thermostat on most cars is behind the radiator hose thats on top of the engine the end that goes into the block
How do i change a thermostat on a 92' Audi A6 Quartto?
unless you;re very mechanically inclined and have factory bar to hold cam sprockets in time, and plug to hold crank, don't even try. the housing is behind the timing belt on front of the motor pass side. Best to take it to a shop, and since they have to have the belt off anyways, I'd replace timing and serp belt along with tensioners and water pump.
How do you change the Thermostat on a 1998 Ford Windstar?
First answer correct. You may want yo drain the Radiator into a pan. At least enough so when you remove the Hose at the engine Antifreeze not go everywhere. I not sure how hard the Drain is to access, it usually on the Driver side bottom of radiator. If, you not find it just be ready for a little Antifreeze coming out and top off when everything replaced.
Also, LOOK at how the Thermostat is placed, not want to put it in backwards.
How do you change the Thermostat on a 1998 Ford Windstar?
First you follow the top radiator hose till it goes to the head. Undo the hose from the haed, take off the goose neck the hose came off. the thermostate is in there. Don't forget to use a new gasket.
Also, LOOK at how the Thermostat is placed, not want to put it in backwards.
How do you change the Thermostat on a 1998 Ford Windstar?
First you follow the top radiator hose till it goes to the head. Undo the hose from the haed, take off the goose neck the hose came off. the thermostate is in there. Don't forget to use a new gasket.
No heat in my 97 ford f150... changed thermostat..?
i have a 97 ford f150 4.6L.. i had the heat stop working.. so i went to auto zone and they suggested that i change the thermostat.. i did soo. drove it around all day doing odds and ends.. the heat got alittle warmer but not like it should be.i was wondering if i was to flush the heater core if that would solve my problem and how well will that work... could there be anthoer problem.. help plz.. its like -12 here i would love to have heat when i have to go back to work on monday...
No heat in my 97 ford f150... changed thermostat..?
No need to spend money on a radiator without first testing some things.
Feel both heater hoses, they should be close to the same temperature. The larger 3/4%26quot; hose is the inlet and should feel slightly warmer than the smaller 5/8' outlet. On most full size pick up trucks, the positioning of the heater core places it higher then the radiator fill and can trap air in the heater core, this will usually give some heat for a moment then go cold. This doesn't sound like what you are explaining.
It sounds like there is some blockage in the heater core. Flushing the heater core actually is a good idea, but make sure to back flush it too.
When purging the coolant system, make sure the heater, not defrost, is on and the fan is on low. this will open the heater control valve and allow air to be forced out of the heater core.
The only other thing I can think of that could be a problem, is a bad or weak radiator cap.
Hope this helps. Christopher
No heat in my 97 ford f150... changed thermostat..?
probably have a blend door broken, or blend door motor frozen, if you're lucky its the heater control switch
Question have you ever flushed out the cooling system and put in anti freeze yet?The problem you might have is that the radiator might be plugged up, you think of changing the radiator for a new one.Because if you haven't flushed it out in awhile like years it might be that the reason for a plugged up radiator is the radiator get stuff built up on the inside of it and can't pass the coolant very well through the inside fins of the radiator and secondly when you refilled the radiator did you leave the engine run while filling it up because you might have air trap inside the cooling system and this can cause it not to heat up either but leave the heater on high while filling it up with anti freeze this will push the coolant through the system and get the air out and hope to get the heat you need.These are good type of engine that don't get the coolant through them very well air get trap somewhere in the system and can't get out while refilling them with anti freeze or coolant.Try these methods and see what happens.Good luck! hgm20002000@yahoo.com
No heat in my 97 ford f150... changed thermostat..?
No need to spend money on a radiator without first testing some things.
Feel both heater hoses, they should be close to the same temperature. The larger 3/4%26quot; hose is the inlet and should feel slightly warmer than the smaller 5/8' outlet. On most full size pick up trucks, the positioning of the heater core places it higher then the radiator fill and can trap air in the heater core, this will usually give some heat for a moment then go cold. This doesn't sound like what you are explaining.
It sounds like there is some blockage in the heater core. Flushing the heater core actually is a good idea, but make sure to back flush it too.
When purging the coolant system, make sure the heater, not defrost, is on and the fan is on low. this will open the heater control valve and allow air to be forced out of the heater core.
The only other thing I can think of that could be a problem, is a bad or weak radiator cap.
Hope this helps. Christopher
No heat in my 97 ford f150... changed thermostat..?
probably have a blend door broken, or blend door motor frozen, if you're lucky its the heater control switch
Question have you ever flushed out the cooling system and put in anti freeze yet?The problem you might have is that the radiator might be plugged up, you think of changing the radiator for a new one.Because if you haven't flushed it out in awhile like years it might be that the reason for a plugged up radiator is the radiator get stuff built up on the inside of it and can't pass the coolant very well through the inside fins of the radiator and secondly when you refilled the radiator did you leave the engine run while filling it up because you might have air trap inside the cooling system and this can cause it not to heat up either but leave the heater on high while filling it up with anti freeze this will push the coolant through the system and get the air out and hope to get the heat you need.These are good type of engine that don't get the coolant through them very well air get trap somewhere in the system and can't get out while refilling them with anti freeze or coolant.Try these methods and see what happens.Good luck! hgm20002000@yahoo.com
Heat doesn't work after a thermostat change, '98 Dodge Stratus 2.4 DOHC.?
Quick details- Girlfriend ran car alone on the expressway, lost heat. Called me, I told her to check temp gauge, it was topped out. Drove down to check car, no busted belts/hoses, coolant at a normal level. Changed thermostat, got heat for about 5 minutes, then got cold (though not as cold as the outside temp.). Temp gauge is reading perfectly fine but no heat at all. It is cold in Michigan. Thanks
Heat doesn't work after a thermostat change, '98 Dodge Stratus 2.4 DOHC.?
probably air locked....should have a little bleeder type valve near the top of the engine, probably on one of the heater lines.....why did it overheat to begin with?
Heat doesn't work after a thermostat change, '98 Dodge Stratus 2.4 DOHC.?
If the problem started after changing the thermostat, you probably have an air pocket in the line. This is keeping the hot radiator water from reaching the heater core and warming up your inside air.
Take it to a mechanic and have them get the air out.
There is probably air in your heater core. Consult a repair manual on burping the cooling system. When burping run the car with the heater on. that will let the coolant flow through the heater core and pull the air out.
You got an air bubble. Fill the radiator with the heat settings wide open for max heat coming out of the daskboard. run the engine til it is full hot -- 10 minutes at least. DON't gun it -- you'll break up large bubbles into small ones - harder to get it all out.
I f that doesn't work, run the engine til it's full hot, turn it off and pull the heater hose where it is at its highest point in the engine bay.... be ready to put it right back on.... You'll know if you got a bubble or solid water....
GM 2.8 Liter and 3.1 Liter motors from ~ 1986 to 1998 have a real pain in the *** bubble spot just behind the thermostat...... So trace your hoses if you're still stuck.
I have a 2000 stratus with the same problem and now my blower motor resistor is going out have u gotten any good replys on this yet??
Heat doesn't work after a thermostat change, '98 Dodge Stratus 2.4 DOHC.?
probably air locked....should have a little bleeder type valve near the top of the engine, probably on one of the heater lines.....why did it overheat to begin with?
Heat doesn't work after a thermostat change, '98 Dodge Stratus 2.4 DOHC.?
If the problem started after changing the thermostat, you probably have an air pocket in the line. This is keeping the hot radiator water from reaching the heater core and warming up your inside air.
Take it to a mechanic and have them get the air out.
There is probably air in your heater core. Consult a repair manual on burping the cooling system. When burping run the car with the heater on. that will let the coolant flow through the heater core and pull the air out.
You got an air bubble. Fill the radiator with the heat settings wide open for max heat coming out of the daskboard. run the engine til it is full hot -- 10 minutes at least. DON't gun it -- you'll break up large bubbles into small ones - harder to get it all out.
I f that doesn't work, run the engine til it's full hot, turn it off and pull the heater hose where it is at its highest point in the engine bay.... be ready to put it right back on.... You'll know if you got a bubble or solid water....
GM 2.8 Liter and 3.1 Liter motors from ~ 1986 to 1998 have a real pain in the *** bubble spot just behind the thermostat...... So trace your hoses if you're still stuck.
I have a 2000 stratus with the same problem and now my blower motor resistor is going out have u gotten any good replys on this yet??
My car heats up fast even though I changed thermostat,water pump and also radiator.Its Mazda 1999?
I have Mazda 626 1999.After driving 5-15 minutes my car temp point is full red zone(H).I have also changed thermostat,water pump,radiator cap and at last a used radiator.I have also checked there is no leak of coolant anywhere.Please also let me know if it is a major problem.I have also changed head gasket.I dont smell antifreez.The oil looks good there is no water.I dont know wht to do now.Just to let you know i have changed used radiator and also when i drive for 15min it gets heats up and the coolant comes back to coolant reservoir.
My car heats up fast even though I changed thermostat,water pump and also radiator.Its Mazda 1999?
sounds like ur coolant is not circulating. I suggest turn the car on and check your radiator hoses. Try to feel if coolant is passing by, or one hose gets hotter than the other. if both hoses have same temp. then i would say, did you make sure ur thermostate is open. Everytime you do anything with cooling system it is always recommended to run the vehicle at stand until thermostate kicks in. Also do the pressure test on the radiator which should indicate if u r loosing any pressure if yes then u have a leak somewhere if not, then radiator should hold the pressure.
good luck
My car heats up fast even though I changed thermostat,water pump and also radiator.Its Mazda 1999?
fan ok belt tight recheck thermostat sure its not upside down
check compression for leak
might be head gasket bad and heating up coolant
I hate to say this but you have probably blown a head or cracked a block. Check the acid level of your coolant. (Exhaust entering your cooling system will raise the acid level.) A mechanic should have the test kit or maybe they sell something like a litmus paper at an auto supply now.
Either way, It doesn't look good.
Sorry.
My car heats up fast even though I changed thermostat,water pump and also radiator.Its Mazda 1999?
sounds like ur coolant is not circulating. I suggest turn the car on and check your radiator hoses. Try to feel if coolant is passing by, or one hose gets hotter than the other. if both hoses have same temp. then i would say, did you make sure ur thermostate is open. Everytime you do anything with cooling system it is always recommended to run the vehicle at stand until thermostate kicks in. Also do the pressure test on the radiator which should indicate if u r loosing any pressure if yes then u have a leak somewhere if not, then radiator should hold the pressure.
good luck
My car heats up fast even though I changed thermostat,water pump and also radiator.Its Mazda 1999?
fan ok belt tight recheck thermostat sure its not upside down
check compression for leak
might be head gasket bad and heating up coolant
I hate to say this but you have probably blown a head or cracked a block. Check the acid level of your coolant. (Exhaust entering your cooling system will raise the acid level.) A mechanic should have the test kit or maybe they sell something like a litmus paper at an auto supply now.
Either way, It doesn't look good.
Sorry.
Over heating car changed thermostat,acting really weird?
one day my heat quit working in my (95 taurus 3.8)so i got on the free way and it started blowing luke warm then 10 min later it was blowing hot as soon as i got off the freeway it started blowing cold instantly,i took it to a shop and had the thermostat replaced,he even took the hoses off the heater core and blow it out,and still the same ,after leaving the shop it was getting really close to over heating so i made it home waited 2 hours and left my house againgot on the freeway(yes dumb)and it started over heating this time the gauge was reading that it was over heating but the car sounded normal and ran normel,but i pulled over anyway and turned the car off and i could hear bubbleing coming from the resivor,got back home safe the next day got in my car and drove it around all day and it was fine,but iam afraid that it will overheat again,what could be causeing it to act like this?
Over heating car changed thermostat,acting really weird?
there my be air still in the system
Over heating car changed thermostat,acting really weird?
Most of these cars have an electric fan that helps keep the engine cool, check to see if its functioning properly.
It could be a bad thermostat, or one rated higher than what your car is made for. Usually 180 deg is safe. You could have air in the system, check this by starting the car cold and taking the radiator cap off and let it run for a few minutes. Keep an eye on your coolant level, if it goes down, add anti-freeze. After about 5-7 minutes and your coolant level looks good, replace the cap %26amp; check your resevoir %26amp; make sure it is up to the warm/hot line. After it is %26amp; the system is closed back up, shut the car off for 5 minutes. Then start the car %26amp; take it for a drive, this should've taken care of the problem. If it doesn't, you might want to have you water pump checked out. Good luck.
I had a similar issue in my F150 p/u. Turned out to be two things...a vacuum check valve and a %26quot;tired%26quot; diaphram on an airflow gate (door) under the dash. replaced them and now they work like new!
If you want to be on the safe side, take it to a different mechanic (a competent, conscientious one) and have him replace the Thermostat again, with a high quality brand, and have him check the fan too. Make sure there is heat coming out of the heater, and the temperature is stable before you leave the parking lot.what is the difference between nail polish swimwea
Over heating car changed thermostat,acting really weird?
there my be air still in the system
Over heating car changed thermostat,acting really weird?
Most of these cars have an electric fan that helps keep the engine cool, check to see if its functioning properly.
It could be a bad thermostat, or one rated higher than what your car is made for. Usually 180 deg is safe. You could have air in the system, check this by starting the car cold and taking the radiator cap off and let it run for a few minutes. Keep an eye on your coolant level, if it goes down, add anti-freeze. After about 5-7 minutes and your coolant level looks good, replace the cap %26amp; check your resevoir %26amp; make sure it is up to the warm/hot line. After it is %26amp; the system is closed back up, shut the car off for 5 minutes. Then start the car %26amp; take it for a drive, this should've taken care of the problem. If it doesn't, you might want to have you water pump checked out. Good luck.
I had a similar issue in my F150 p/u. Turned out to be two things...a vacuum check valve and a %26quot;tired%26quot; diaphram on an airflow gate (door) under the dash. replaced them and now they work like new!
If you want to be on the safe side, take it to a different mechanic (a competent, conscientious one) and have him replace the Thermostat again, with a high quality brand, and have him check the fan too. Make sure there is heat coming out of the heater, and the temperature is stable before you leave the parking lot.
99 Subaru Legacy over heats! changed, thermostat, radiator, waterpump, no head gasket symptoms. what is wrong?
i was driving last week andthe hose that is connected to my radiator from the top snaped off. The part that you connect the hose to the radiator with cracked off. Anti-freeze sprayed ever where and i pulled over. I put a new radiator in and it still would over heat, so i changed the thermostat and it still over heats. The water pump is 7 months old. it wont over heat immediatly it takes driving a few miles. when i idle sitting still it wont over heat. Only when i rev the engine up it starts to over heat. Also my heat comes through the vents cold. I was low on oil ( i added one qt) no white or blue smoke from exhaust, no water in oil, no oil in anti freeze, my fans are running fine. what could cause this?
99 Subaru Legacy over heats! changed, thermostat, radiator, waterpump, no head gasket symptoms. what is wrong?
It sounds like you have a blockage or that the heat transfer surfaces within the block are fouled. I don't know if you have the means but it sounds like you may need to pull the engine so you can get a better look at the heat transfer surfaces and to visually inspect the cooling channels both within the engine block and heater core. As a Scoobie lover, I feel your pain and wish you the best.
99 Subaru Legacy over heats! changed, thermostat, radiator, waterpump, no head gasket symptoms. what is wrong?
sounds like you have air in your cooling system. is there a way to bleed the system? you may also have a blockage somewhere
This is going to sound odd but I went thru the same thing and it was my radiator cap.I spent alot of money I didnt need to because of a $5 part.
99 Subaru Legacy over heats! changed, thermostat, radiator, waterpump, no head gasket symptoms. what is wrong?
It sounds like you have a blockage or that the heat transfer surfaces within the block are fouled. I don't know if you have the means but it sounds like you may need to pull the engine so you can get a better look at the heat transfer surfaces and to visually inspect the cooling channels both within the engine block and heater core. As a Scoobie lover, I feel your pain and wish you the best.
99 Subaru Legacy over heats! changed, thermostat, radiator, waterpump, no head gasket symptoms. what is wrong?
sounds like you have air in your cooling system. is there a way to bleed the system? you may also have a blockage somewhere
This is going to sound odd but I went thru the same thing and it was my radiator cap.I spent alot of money I didnt need to because of a $5 part.
2001 Olds Alero Overheating. already changed thermostat?
I have a 2001 Oldsmobile Alero and it has been overheating on me for a couple weeks. It's getting hot enough the the engine starts to sputter, but it has never actually died on me yet. I changed out the Thermostat yesterday at my Fiancees house, and on the way back to my house (about 7 miles away) it started overheating again. Or I should say it started sputtering and the light came on. When I pulled over, I checked the engine myself, but it did not seem very hot. What could be the problem?
2001 Olds Alero Overheating. already changed thermostat?
It sounds like you have a head gasket leaking. You can buy a tester that can check that at a parts store. Hope this helps.
2001 Olds Alero Overheating. already changed thermostat?
could be a coolant temp sensor...but you could also have a head gasket leak or intake gasket leak...check you coolant levels..and your oil...if it looks like a milkshake your in big trouble. Get the car look at right away. we had a customer with your same problem and they chose to just change the t-stat but they had an internal head gasket leak. it could have cost them an engine
2001 Olds Alero Overheating. already changed thermostat?
It sounds like you have a head gasket leaking. You can buy a tester that can check that at a parts store. Hope this helps.
2001 Olds Alero Overheating. already changed thermostat?
could be a coolant temp sensor...but you could also have a head gasket leak or intake gasket leak...check you coolant levels..and your oil...if it looks like a milkshake your in big trouble. Get the car look at right away. we had a customer with your same problem and they chose to just change the t-stat but they had an internal head gasket leak. it could have cost them an engine
Thermostat temperature never changes?
I have a honeywell setback thermostat, and the temperature on the thermostat never changes below the temp. i have set on it, but it still turns on the furnace. Is it supposed to do this, or is there something wrong?
Thermostat temperature never changes?
Those thermostats maintain the temperature within 1/2 of one degree. Therefore, you may not notice the temperature changing and the unit turns on more often for shorter cycles.
Thermostat temperature never changes?
this is normal during the winter months. the thermostat kicks the heat on when it gets down, and kicks it off when the temp has been reached...it might be in a fraction of a degree and this would be hard to tell.
Could be you are in setup mode. Have you already programmed the stat? If yes, do you have a resume button or one that takes you back out of the set up mode? The others are correct in that your temperature should only fluctuate a degree plus or minus, depending on the temperature differential you programmed. In other words, if you set the temp in heating for 70, when the temp drops to 69, your furnace will come on. When the air temperature reaches 71, your furnace will shut off. If you set the differential to 1, that is 1/2 degree under and 1/2 degree over 70. That is a very tight range, but if you want it to be a constant 70, that is where you need it set. You can change the differential to 2, which would give you a 1 degree +/-.
Thermostat temperature never changes?
Those thermostats maintain the temperature within 1/2 of one degree. Therefore, you may not notice the temperature changing and the unit turns on more often for shorter cycles.
Thermostat temperature never changes?
this is normal during the winter months. the thermostat kicks the heat on when it gets down, and kicks it off when the temp has been reached...it might be in a fraction of a degree and this would be hard to tell.
Could be you are in setup mode. Have you already programmed the stat? If yes, do you have a resume button or one that takes you back out of the set up mode? The others are correct in that your temperature should only fluctuate a degree plus or minus, depending on the temperature differential you programmed. In other words, if you set the temp in heating for 70, when the temp drops to 69, your furnace will come on. When the air temperature reaches 71, your furnace will shut off. If you set the differential to 1, that is 1/2 degree under and 1/2 degree over 70. That is a very tight range, but if you want it to be a constant 70, that is where you need it set. You can change the differential to 2, which would give you a 1 degree +/-.
How do i change a thermostat on a 1994 Honda Accord?
VERY VERY EASY!!!! If you have the thermostat, the housing where it goes is behind the distributor cap. Follow the top radiator hose to the engine block. That clamp you see holding the hose onto the block....THATS WHERE THE THERMOSTAT GOES!!! INSIDE THERE!!. Take the hose off, open up the housing and there is the old thermostat. Just pull it out. Wipe the dirt around the inside. Remeber you want a tight seal when you put the housing back together. Pull out the old thermo and place in the new. The spring faces the driver side of the car when you put it in. (optional-use a small amount of high temp silicone to put between both pieces of the housing.) Next put it all back together. DONT OVER TIGHTEN THE SCREWS when putting it back together. Just make them firm and snug. Next put your NEW clamps over the radiator hose and put the hose back on. DONE!
How do i change a thermostat on a 1994 Honda Accord?
I have a 1991 Accord. Changing the thermostat is usually done with the timing belt job, but don't wait for it to have a problem! If the thermostat gets stuck open, the car will run cooler than normal (not so bad). But if it gets stuck closed, it will run hot, then overheat, eventually catch on fire, and fry the delicate aluminum engine block. Just trace the radiator hose to where it meets with the engine, and voila. There is the thermostat.
How do i change a thermostat on a 1994 Honda Accord?
I have a 1991 Accord. Changing the thermostat is usually done with the timing belt job, but don't wait for it to have a problem! If the thermostat gets stuck open, the car will run cooler than normal (not so bad). But if it gets stuck closed, it will run hot, then overheat, eventually catch on fire, and fry the delicate aluminum engine block. Just trace the radiator hose to where it meets with the engine, and voila. There is the thermostat.
Can anyone help my fan wont work on my Volkswagen polo?
its a 1.4 petrol 8valve. weve changed radiator,changed thermostat,changed fan switch.weve wired fan to battery and it works.checked all fuses. any ideas would be greatfully recieved and a big help thankyou
Can anyone help my fan wont work on my Volkswagen polo?
There's a fan relay that you might want to check.
Can anyone help my fan wont work on my Volkswagen polo?
Your very much welcome
electronic fans dont run all the time... when the engine reaches a certain temperature the fan will kick on to cool it off and once it cools off the fan will turn off...vb hair brush
Can anyone help my fan wont work on my Volkswagen polo?
There's a fan relay that you might want to check.
Can anyone help my fan wont work on my Volkswagen polo?
Your very much welcome
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electronic fans dont run all the time... when the engine reaches a certain temperature the fan will kick on to cool it off and once it cools off the fan will turn off...
How much to fix a heater core?
I have a Ford Tarus 99 how much would it be to fix a heater core??? Plus if we have changed thermostat, flushed ratiator and heater still don't work it the heater core definatly the problem????
How much to fix a heater core?
Ok a few questions for you. Does the blower blow air? And did all the air get out of the system? If it didn't it could be causing a air pocket that won't let the fluid flow. but if all of that is good then it really shouldn't cost that much depending on where you live
How much to fix a heater core?
When you had done all of the items. When you where running the car did you turn on the heater? It will take some time for the new fluids to make its way back into the core. Start car and turn on the heater. Open radiator cap first to get a good flow. Warm up car. Check after about 10 min. to see if you have good flow in radiator. When there is a good flow. Then check to see if you have heat. Replace radiator cap. Then recheck heater. If not working still, Then check for a collapsed heater feed line hose.
The labor time needed to make a heater core repair is 5 hours per ALLDATA. The factory heater core is $74.00, so this is not a really quick or cheap repair. I'm guessing from what you have done so far on the vehicle that you are having overheating problems. The only thing that really happens to heater cores is they begin leaking when they get older. If you are having overheating problems....the first thing to check (since you have replaced the thermostat) would be to make sure the electric fan is kicking on like it is supposed to....these are controlled with by a module and I believe they operate at 2 different speeds. I hope this helps.
How much to fix a heater core?
Ok a few questions for you. Does the blower blow air? And did all the air get out of the system? If it didn't it could be causing a air pocket that won't let the fluid flow. but if all of that is good then it really shouldn't cost that much depending on where you live
How much to fix a heater core?
When you had done all of the items. When you where running the car did you turn on the heater? It will take some time for the new fluids to make its way back into the core. Start car and turn on the heater. Open radiator cap first to get a good flow. Warm up car. Check after about 10 min. to see if you have good flow in radiator. When there is a good flow. Then check to see if you have heat. Replace radiator cap. Then recheck heater. If not working still, Then check for a collapsed heater feed line hose.
The labor time needed to make a heater core repair is 5 hours per ALLDATA. The factory heater core is $74.00, so this is not a really quick or cheap repair. I'm guessing from what you have done so far on the vehicle that you are having overheating problems. The only thing that really happens to heater cores is they begin leaking when they get older. If you are having overheating problems....the first thing to check (since you have replaced the thermostat) would be to make sure the electric fan is kicking on like it is supposed to....these are controlled with by a module and I believe they operate at 2 different speeds. I hope this helps.
I changed my thermostat gasket three times now and its still leaking at the bottom and not on the top I ?
tighten the bolts down real good. I dont know what could be the problem. I have a 1989 ford thunderbird lx 3.8
I changed my thermostat gasket three times now and its still leaking at the bottom and not on the top I ?
maybe a crack inthe housing...or misaligned thermo stat?? is it top mounted or on its side?
try using some sylastic goo
I changed my thermostat gasket three times now and its still leaking at the bottom and not on the top I ?
Are you sure the thermostat is in correctly? Did you clean the old gasket off completely? If you leave some of the old gasket without realizing it, that can cause a leak.
I believe the housing part that comes off has a lip for the thermostat to seat into and if it is not seated, that will cause a leak also. Use some RTV or anything sticky to help hold it in place until you get the housing seated.
If the housing has scratches or pits that are very bad, that will also cause a leak. Again, use some RTV to help seal the gasket. That will fill the voids that the gasket is not sealing. Also check to see that you didn't crack the housing possibly by not getting the thermostat seated the first time.
Sorry to here you are still having problems with that. Go back and see if they offer a thicker gasket.Some places will sell a thick rubber gasket. Try getting a wire brush or something and sanding on the surfaces to be sealed. Are you sure something is not cracked? If all else fails use the rtv gasket maker and put it down real thick on both sides of the metal housings. Let this dry for 15 minutes or so , insert gasket between then put the neck on and tighten down. Have had to do this on many older 350 Chevy's that way. Sometimes after time the surfaces will warp and the thin gasket is just not enough.
Did you clean the old thermostat gasket material off before installing the new one? is the thermostat and gasket the correct way up, you could put a thin bead of silicone on the manifold and thermostat housing as well, and on the threads of the bolts, the thermostat housing could also be warped,
It could be the wrong thermostat or that you've not cleaned the two surfaces good enough what I try to do is use a paint scraper and fine sand paper and make sure the two surfaces are fully dry but I recommend using a high temperature gasket maker that runs about 8 bucks bec it can be used many times and helps stop or prevent any possible leaks.
Hope that helps and best of luck.
Need more information. Is it bottom of thermostat housing or bottom of the engine? If it is leaking from bottom of the housing, the housing is no good.
maybe the thermostat slid under the housing. they will do that sometimes. try putting the thermostat in the block first. or it could be your not tightening the bolts evenly. just tighten each bolt a little at a time until they both are tight.
make sure the thermostat is the right one for your car and it's possible the housing is warped, buy a new thermostat housing.
Make sure you have the right one then put some FORM-A-GASKET on it.
Can be found at any auto parts store.
I changed my thermostat gasket three times now and its still leaking at the bottom and not on the top I ?
maybe a crack inthe housing...or misaligned thermo stat?? is it top mounted or on its side?
try using some sylastic goo
I changed my thermostat gasket three times now and its still leaking at the bottom and not on the top I ?
Are you sure the thermostat is in correctly? Did you clean the old gasket off completely? If you leave some of the old gasket without realizing it, that can cause a leak.
I believe the housing part that comes off has a lip for the thermostat to seat into and if it is not seated, that will cause a leak also. Use some RTV or anything sticky to help hold it in place until you get the housing seated.
If the housing has scratches or pits that are very bad, that will also cause a leak. Again, use some RTV to help seal the gasket. That will fill the voids that the gasket is not sealing. Also check to see that you didn't crack the housing possibly by not getting the thermostat seated the first time.
Sorry to here you are still having problems with that. Go back and see if they offer a thicker gasket.Some places will sell a thick rubber gasket. Try getting a wire brush or something and sanding on the surfaces to be sealed. Are you sure something is not cracked? If all else fails use the rtv gasket maker and put it down real thick on both sides of the metal housings. Let this dry for 15 minutes or so , insert gasket between then put the neck on and tighten down. Have had to do this on many older 350 Chevy's that way. Sometimes after time the surfaces will warp and the thin gasket is just not enough.
Did you clean the old thermostat gasket material off before installing the new one? is the thermostat and gasket the correct way up, you could put a thin bead of silicone on the manifold and thermostat housing as well, and on the threads of the bolts, the thermostat housing could also be warped,
It could be the wrong thermostat or that you've not cleaned the two surfaces good enough what I try to do is use a paint scraper and fine sand paper and make sure the two surfaces are fully dry but I recommend using a high temperature gasket maker that runs about 8 bucks bec it can be used many times and helps stop or prevent any possible leaks.
Hope that helps and best of luck.
Need more information. Is it bottom of thermostat housing or bottom of the engine? If it is leaking from bottom of the housing, the housing is no good.
maybe the thermostat slid under the housing. they will do that sometimes. try putting the thermostat in the block first. or it could be your not tightening the bolts evenly. just tighten each bolt a little at a time until they both are tight.
make sure the thermostat is the right one for your car and it's possible the housing is warped, buy a new thermostat housing.
Make sure you have the right one then put some FORM-A-GASKET on it.
Can be found at any auto parts store.
92 Honda Accord. Changed thermostat b/c stuck open. Now radiator steams when at stop lights. Fans working.?
Changed thermostat b/c engine would barely heat when arriving at work (+10 miles), night temps below freezing. Replaced w/generic, problem solved. Shortly after, radiator plastic top cracked open (since repaired), but now steam comes out of cap when stopped or parked. Engine gauge displays normal temp. Have heard fans come on after parking. Could the generic thermostat be defective or be too tight? Should I purchase a more expensive genuine Honda part? Coolant appears to be circulating per visual test with cap off.
92 Honda Accord. Changed thermostat b/c stuck open. Now radiator steams when at stop lights. Fans working.?
OEM parts always work best, but I suspect an air pocket in your cooling system. The thermostat housing should have a bleeder screw in it. Remove the screw (with engine off and cool) and add coolant to the radiator till it starts coming out of the bleeder hole. Then replace the screw, and top off the radiator.
Hope this helps and good luck
92 Honda Accord. Changed thermostat b/c stuck open. Now radiator steams when at stop lights. Fans working.?
First, you need to establish that the coolant system is sound - have the coolant system pressure tested - this is a quick and inexpensive test that will pinpoint any leakage in the cooling system.
Once you know the coolant system is OK, you should assure that the system is properly bled and topped off. If everything checks out, perhaps a new, replacement thermostat is in order.
92 Honda Accord. Changed thermostat b/c stuck open. Now radiator steams when at stop lights. Fans working.?
OEM parts always work best, but I suspect an air pocket in your cooling system. The thermostat housing should have a bleeder screw in it. Remove the screw (with engine off and cool) and add coolant to the radiator till it starts coming out of the bleeder hole. Then replace the screw, and top off the radiator.
Hope this helps and good luck
92 Honda Accord. Changed thermostat b/c stuck open. Now radiator steams when at stop lights. Fans working.?
First, you need to establish that the coolant system is sound - have the coolant system pressure tested - this is a quick and inexpensive test that will pinpoint any leakage in the cooling system.
Once you know the coolant system is OK, you should assure that the system is properly bled and topped off. If everything checks out, perhaps a new, replacement thermostat is in order.
Does anyone know how to reset a computer in a Suzuki Aerio 2003?
Changed thermostat and now the car turns on but shuts off after a few minutes like its stalling itself out.
Does anyone know how to reset a computer in a Suzuki Aerio 2003?
To reset the ECU, just disconnect the positive battery terminal and then press the brake pedal a few times to drain any residual charge. Then reconnect the battery terminal. You can also pull the fuse for the ECU, which is usually located in the fuse box located under the hood....
Does anyone know how to reset a computer in a Suzuki Aerio 2003?
normally you need a special OBD2 scan tool. you can disconnect the negative battery cable with the headlamp switch turned on for about 10 minutes. this will erase the computers memory and drain power from the capacitors. just be aware that this will also make you lose all the memory on your radio.
Take it to an auto parts store,most of them have a diagnosis computer that will clear all the codes.They will usually do this for free...good luck
I used to have a car that the transmission would mess up and I would have to reset the computer occasionally. All i had to do was unhook the battery cables and put them back on.
Disconnecting the battery will not clear the code. Suzuki is aware of it, because when I called to make an appointment of the %26quot;chek eng%26quot; light,they knew right away on the phone what the problem was. Told just to stop by anytime and they will clear it
Does anyone know how to reset a computer in a Suzuki Aerio 2003?
To reset the ECU, just disconnect the positive battery terminal and then press the brake pedal a few times to drain any residual charge. Then reconnect the battery terminal. You can also pull the fuse for the ECU, which is usually located in the fuse box located under the hood....
Does anyone know how to reset a computer in a Suzuki Aerio 2003?
normally you need a special OBD2 scan tool. you can disconnect the negative battery cable with the headlamp switch turned on for about 10 minutes. this will erase the computers memory and drain power from the capacitors. just be aware that this will also make you lose all the memory on your radio.
Take it to an auto parts store,most of them have a diagnosis computer that will clear all the codes.They will usually do this for free...good luck
I used to have a car that the transmission would mess up and I would have to reset the computer occasionally. All i had to do was unhook the battery cables and put them back on.
Disconnecting the battery will not clear the code. Suzuki is aware of it, because when I called to make an appointment of the %26quot;chek eng%26quot; light,they knew right away on the phone what the problem was. Told just to stop by anytime and they will clear it
What is the easiest way to change the thermostat on a 2006 Dodge Charger 3.5L V-6?
You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here - carinsurance.deep-ice.com
What is the easiest way to change the thermostat on a 2006 Dodge Charger 3.5L V-6?
Not the easiest but the only way is to take off the thermostat housing and change the thermostat, noticing how it's positioned. Use sealant on both sides of the gasket, and put the thermostat housing back on.
Are you sure you have a thermostat problem? The only thing the thermostat does it to delay the coolant from going to the radiator until the engine warms up. Once the engine warms up, the thermostat usually stays open until you shut the car off. Your fan regulates the engine temperature, not the thermostat.mac studio fix powder howtobefriendswithagirl
What is the easiest way to change the thermostat on a 2006 Dodge Charger 3.5L V-6?
Not the easiest but the only way is to take off the thermostat housing and change the thermostat, noticing how it's positioned. Use sealant on both sides of the gasket, and put the thermostat housing back on.
Are you sure you have a thermostat problem? The only thing the thermostat does it to delay the coolant from going to the radiator until the engine warms up. Once the engine warms up, the thermostat usually stays open until you shut the car off. Your fan regulates the engine temperature, not the thermostat.
Furnace won't quit blowing, changed thermostat, worked good for 2 days.?
My furnace blower was running continually, so I changed the thermostat. I got the wrong one, not knowing I had a heat pump. So I rigged it up with just the red on rh, white on w, green on g, and yellow on y, no jumper between rh and rc. The original thermostat had black on X1, tan on E, red on R, nothing on Y2, yellow on Y1, white on W1, blue on W2, and a jumper from W2 to X2.
After I changed the thermostat, it cycled on and off with temperature just fine for 2 days. Now it blows all the time again if I leave the breaker on, like it did before. So I completely unhooked the thermostat and it still comes on and runs constantly if I turn the breaker on. Is it dangerous to hook it back like I had it and just heat the house when I need to by switching breaker off and on til I have time to troubleshoot it more on Sunday? Thanks for any help.
Furnace won't quit blowing, changed thermostat, worked good for 2 days.?
wont hurt it abit,tip look inside the air handler where all the low volt wiring is and see if you have wires touching anywhere,also look on the thermostat and see if it has a switch for gas or electric heat,make sure you have it on the correct setting,good luck those kind of problems will drive you crazy trying to figure them out
Furnace won't quit blowing, changed thermostat, worked good for 2 days.?
replace the fan/limit switch
Yes, it %26quot;could%26quot; be a fan limit switch if you have a gas or oil furnace as a backup.
Otherwise it is more likely a bad fan relay or the contact on the sequencer for the fan if you have electric backup. Either of those can get a little burnt and stick closed, fused.
It likely has nothing to do with the thermostat. If it is just the fan running, as is likely, and not the heat then it is relatively safe.
I think the fact it worked for a couple of days was coincidence. The component opened normally and worked until it stuck again. That is not all that unusual.
In order to help more or better we need to know what kind of system it is to know what turns on the fan, if it is a fan/limit, sequencer, or relay. The relay may be on the main board.
Good Luck.
After I changed the thermostat, it cycled on and off with temperature just fine for 2 days. Now it blows all the time again if I leave the breaker on, like it did before. So I completely unhooked the thermostat and it still comes on and runs constantly if I turn the breaker on. Is it dangerous to hook it back like I had it and just heat the house when I need to by switching breaker off and on til I have time to troubleshoot it more on Sunday? Thanks for any help.
Furnace won't quit blowing, changed thermostat, worked good for 2 days.?
wont hurt it abit,tip look inside the air handler where all the low volt wiring is and see if you have wires touching anywhere,also look on the thermostat and see if it has a switch for gas or electric heat,make sure you have it on the correct setting,good luck those kind of problems will drive you crazy trying to figure them out
Furnace won't quit blowing, changed thermostat, worked good for 2 days.?
replace the fan/limit switch
Yes, it %26quot;could%26quot; be a fan limit switch if you have a gas or oil furnace as a backup.
Otherwise it is more likely a bad fan relay or the contact on the sequencer for the fan if you have electric backup. Either of those can get a little burnt and stick closed, fused.
It likely has nothing to do with the thermostat. If it is just the fan running, as is likely, and not the heat then it is relatively safe.
I think the fact it worked for a couple of days was coincidence. The component opened normally and worked until it stuck again. That is not all that unusual.
In order to help more or better we need to know what kind of system it is to know what turns on the fan, if it is a fan/limit, sequencer, or relay. The relay may be on the main board.
Good Luck.
Changed, thermostat, waterpump and top radiator hose, car still says its overheating and i got no heat inside?
i have a 2000 chevy cavalier, as i was driving home4, the top radiator hose blew on me i stopped and replaced it, since then the car overheats, and doesn't have any heat in the compartment. I figured it might be the thermostat so i changed that which was a pain in my ***, since the nut was rounded off... but since i got it off i figured that i might as well change my water pump, i put the car back together, filled it with antifreeze, started her up but still no heat, and the car still is over heating .... i checked for water in the compartment incase the heater core was leaking but no water? im lost? any ideas?
Changed, thermostat, waterpump and top radiator hose, car still says its overheating and i got no heat inside?
How would i go about checking if the head gasket is blown? i checked my oil and its a nice brown color, from what i understand thats a good thing.... um... its really cold now adays, so seeing anything out of the tail pipe is kinda hard, um... if it was a head gasket.... is it something easy to fix?
any other ideas?
Changed, thermostat, waterpump and top radiator hose, car still says its overheating and i got no heat inside?
if your lower raditor hose is not collasping rev motor look and see if its not that time for a new radiator
refill the radiation with coolant...
had the same problem with my parents' 04 explorer - thermostat was OK, hoses replaced, still no heat and overheating engine.....turned out it was completely out of coolant.
It sounds to me when you overheated the engine you may of cracked the head or blew the head gasket, either one would give you no heat in driving compartment ans the overheating problem
Changed, thermostat, waterpump and top radiator hose, car still says its overheating and i got no heat inside?
How would i go about checking if the head gasket is blown? i checked my oil and its a nice brown color, from what i understand thats a good thing.... um... its really cold now adays, so seeing anything out of the tail pipe is kinda hard, um... if it was a head gasket.... is it something easy to fix?
any other ideas?
Changed, thermostat, waterpump and top radiator hose, car still says its overheating and i got no heat inside?
if your lower raditor hose is not collasping rev motor look and see if its not that time for a new radiator
refill the radiation with coolant...
had the same problem with my parents' 04 explorer - thermostat was OK, hoses replaced, still no heat and overheating engine.....turned out it was completely out of coolant.
It sounds to me when you overheated the engine you may of cracked the head or blew the head gasket, either one would give you no heat in driving compartment ans the overheating problem
Where is the thermostat on a 95 trans am v8?
hey guys, i gotta change the thermostat on my trans am, where is it? is it something i can easily do myself or should i get someone else to do it? its for my coolant system, thanks
Where is the thermostat on a 95 trans am v8?
If you have the LT1 V8, the thermostat is located on top of the water pump
If you have the LS1 V8, follow the upper radiator hose to where it connects to the top of the intake manifold. This is where the thermostat housing is located in all LS1 models
Where is the thermostat on a 95 trans am v8?
Follow the top radiator hose to a housing on your engine. The thermostat should be in there.
Where is the thermostat on a 95 trans am v8?
If you have the LT1 V8, the thermostat is located on top of the water pump
If you have the LS1 V8, follow the upper radiator hose to where it connects to the top of the intake manifold. This is where the thermostat housing is located in all LS1 models
Where is the thermostat on a 95 trans am v8?
Follow the top radiator hose to a housing on your engine. The thermostat should be in there.
How do i change my thermostat in a 1987 buick regal?
thanks
How do i change my thermostat in a 1987 buick regal?
First before you start go to the parts house and get a manual for your car! Most parts houses carry Haynes repair manuals. They are inexpensive. At same time buy new thermostat for car.
Once you get back home let your engine cool off until the engine block is cool to the touch.
Then follow your upper radiator hose to your engine block. Right there is where the housing is.
Remove the radiator hose from the thermostat housing.
Loosen and remove the two bolts holding the thermostat housing to the engine block. BE CAREFUL NOT TO TWIST THE BOLTS INTO OR STRIP OUT THE THREADS IN THE ENGINE BLOCK!
Remove the thermostat housing from the engine block then remove the thermostat.
Scrap the old gasket off the engine block and thermostat housing being careful on to scratch either up.
Apply a thin coat of permatex gasket sealer to the gasket surface on the engine block and on the thermostat housing. At same time apply a thin coat of anti sieze to the threads on the bolts
Put the new thermostat in MAKING SURE IT IS FACING THE RIGHT DIRECTION. the engine block. But the thermostat housing back on and tighten the bolts down BEING CAREFUL NOT TO STRIP THE THREADS OUT IN THE ENGINE BLOCK.
But the radiator hose back on and tighten the hose clamp!
Fill the radaitor up with antifreeze/water mix. Using Gm red antifreeze.
Run engine a few minutes with radiator cap off until the engine come up to temperature and thermostat opens.
Refill radiator with antifreeze/water mix.
Fill radiator over flow tank to mark.
Put radiator cap back on.
Drive car a few minutes keeping eye on temp gauge for overheating or irratite behavior.
Stop car and let engine cool off. Take radiator cap off and check level of water in radiator refill if necessary. Put radiator cap back on.
Check water in over flow tank and refill if necessary
How do i change my thermostat in a 1987 buick regal?
drain the radiator down below the top hose and take out 1 or 2 bolts and take out the goose neck,then the thermostat.clean both sides of the goose neck and the intake(i have a 88 olds and it has only 1 bolt)put some sealer on the goose neck and the intake.put the thermostat in with the spring in the intake and install the goose neck and put the bolts in and tighten them a little at a time till both are tight(dont over tighten them cause you could break the goose neck).refill the radiator and check for leaks.good luck,hope this helps.
How do i change my thermostat in a 1987 buick regal?
First before you start go to the parts house and get a manual for your car! Most parts houses carry Haynes repair manuals. They are inexpensive. At same time buy new thermostat for car.
Once you get back home let your engine cool off until the engine block is cool to the touch.
Then follow your upper radiator hose to your engine block. Right there is where the housing is.
Remove the radiator hose from the thermostat housing.
Loosen and remove the two bolts holding the thermostat housing to the engine block. BE CAREFUL NOT TO TWIST THE BOLTS INTO OR STRIP OUT THE THREADS IN THE ENGINE BLOCK!
Remove the thermostat housing from the engine block then remove the thermostat.
Scrap the old gasket off the engine block and thermostat housing being careful on to scratch either up.
Apply a thin coat of permatex gasket sealer to the gasket surface on the engine block and on the thermostat housing. At same time apply a thin coat of anti sieze to the threads on the bolts
Put the new thermostat in MAKING SURE IT IS FACING THE RIGHT DIRECTION. the engine block. But the thermostat housing back on and tighten the bolts down BEING CAREFUL NOT TO STRIP THE THREADS OUT IN THE ENGINE BLOCK.
But the radiator hose back on and tighten the hose clamp!
Fill the radaitor up with antifreeze/water mix. Using Gm red antifreeze.
Run engine a few minutes with radiator cap off until the engine come up to temperature and thermostat opens.
Refill radiator with antifreeze/water mix.
Fill radiator over flow tank to mark.
Put radiator cap back on.
Drive car a few minutes keeping eye on temp gauge for overheating or irratite behavior.
Stop car and let engine cool off. Take radiator cap off and check level of water in radiator refill if necessary. Put radiator cap back on.
Check water in over flow tank and refill if necessary
How do i change my thermostat in a 1987 buick regal?
drain the radiator down below the top hose and take out 1 or 2 bolts and take out the goose neck,then the thermostat.clean both sides of the goose neck and the intake(i have a 88 olds and it has only 1 bolt)put some sealer on the goose neck and the intake.put the thermostat in with the spring in the intake and install the goose neck and put the bolts in and tighten them a little at a time till both are tight(dont over tighten them cause you could break the goose neck).refill the radiator and check for leaks.good luck,hope this helps.
How do i change the thermostat in a 200 Buick Regal GS?
Remove the hose clamp, remove the hose, remove two bolts, remove t-stat, clean surface area, install new t-stat and gasket, install two bolts, install hose, tighten clamp, top off coolant, bleed system.
How do i change the thermostat in a 200 Buick Regal GS?
and follow the top hose to find it pretty easy couple hours or less .. you want to do work on your own car get a book about it ..... it will save you many way down the roadschool nurse needing advice How can I keep the blankets on my baby?
How do i change the thermostat in a 200 Buick Regal GS?
and follow the top hose to find it pretty easy couple hours or less .. you want to do work on your own car get a book about it ..... it will save you many way down the road
Change Thermostat on a 1995 Audi A90 Quattro V6 - need location on vehicle and easiest way to change.?
Orange engine light comes on after driving about 15 to 20 minutes in cold weather. Didn't have problem in summer time --- problem started last winter and returned this winter. Have had codes reset and sensor changed but light still comes on. If I shut the car off and turn it back on, the code resets itself and the light goes off. I get some warm air but not enough for the heat gage to move...even after considerable driving distances. I believe that it is the Thermostat that is causing this problem, but unlike domestic cars which are easily located and changed, I don't know if this is the problem for sure and don't know where to locate the thermostat. Any help would be appreciated...Thanks.
Change Thermostat on a 1995 Audi A90 Quattro V6 - need location on vehicle and easiest way to change.?
most every car made follow top radiator hose back to motor remove hose remove two bolts lift housing
scrape off old gasket install new thermostat and gasket tighten it all back up crank motor fill with coolant your done and nope thermostat controls how the motor heats and cools and if its bad car either over heats in minutes or you have no heat at all and if you get a light it might be but it wouldnt last a year being bad just minutes or a day.. and your case more of a sensor problem not thermostat
Change Thermostat on a 1995 Audi A90 Quattro V6 - need location on vehicle and easiest way to change.?
most every car made follow top radiator hose back to motor remove hose remove two bolts lift housing
scrape off old gasket install new thermostat and gasket tighten it all back up crank motor fill with coolant your done and nope thermostat controls how the motor heats and cools and if its bad car either over heats in minutes or you have no heat at all and if you get a light it might be but it wouldnt last a year being bad just minutes or a day.. and your case more of a sensor problem not thermostat
Thermostat changed, furnace works, A/C does not?
This past winter we changed the thermostat. Wires weren't marked before removal, but connected up and furnace, heat and fan worked. Red, White, Green, and Blue wires, Connected as follows: R=Rh with jumper to Rc, W=W, G=G, B=Y. Followed instructions with new thermostat, substituting the Blue wire for the Y. Checking inside the furnace all seems correct since there is a Blue wire connected to the Yellow spot.
A/C unit worked the summer before the thermostat switch, and wasn't tested due to the thermostat switch being in the winter. Come this summer, the A/C won't come on. Any suggestions? I'm at a loss. :(
Thermostat changed, furnace works, A/C does not?
Call a professional, if you try to fix it you'll only screw it up worse than it is.
Thermostat changed, furnace works, A/C does not?
you probly didnt buy the right kind of thermostat, ive screwed it up many times. make sure you have like single or dual stage type
does the filter need to be changed? that happen to me, we called someone inand all he did was take out the filter ans say we needed a new one. They are pretty cheap, try that before calling someone!
make sure it is a duel control thermostat
A/C unit worked the summer before the thermostat switch, and wasn't tested due to the thermostat switch being in the winter. Come this summer, the A/C won't come on. Any suggestions? I'm at a loss. :(
Thermostat changed, furnace works, A/C does not?
Call a professional, if you try to fix it you'll only screw it up worse than it is.
Thermostat changed, furnace works, A/C does not?
you probly didnt buy the right kind of thermostat, ive screwed it up many times. make sure you have like single or dual stage type
does the filter need to be changed? that happen to me, we called someone inand all he did was take out the filter ans say we needed a new one. They are pretty cheap, try that before calling someone!
make sure it is a duel control thermostat
Is it hard to change the thermostat in 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup?
360 Motor with A/C
Is it hard to change the thermostat in 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup?
its not as easy as it seems because of the location of it its hard to get to ,its not like on the old 360 engines it was right on the top of the manifold ,on yours is down in the top part of it,and if you,l look at it you,ll see its not going to be easy to get to it, nor will it the neck part come strait out,its easier to loosen the front bracket and let the air conditioner and everything lean forwards,this way you can get better clearance to it,other wise it will probably leak on you once you replace it if you don't get mating surface cleaned off good enough,good luck on it.
Is it hard to change the thermostat in 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup?
nah it just has two #10 bolts back it out scrape off the old gasket put the new one and walla ur done OH! put back the bolts :)
not at all....just make sure you have some anti freeze on hand because you will probly lose a little bit... you will lose more if its been run recently...but my uncle and i did it on my 97 dakota....took about 20 minutes....just make sure u get a new gasket....good luck...God Bless---Nick
It shouldn't be at all very hard to do for you but I do recommend that when doing this job that you change the coolant on it too especially if it's not been done in past.Also be sure that you test the anti-freeze and either use premixed coolant or add distilled water and use a anti-freeze tester so you know that's mixed a good 50/50 and is good.
I like to remove any hoses first off that connect up to the thermostat that way it's easier access and it doe's allow me to clean the hose mounting area later too.Once the hose is off remove any bolts and then try to twist or gently pry so that the access can be gained to the thermostat and then pop a soft clean cloth into the area where the thermostat was to prevent anything from falling into the hole.
What I do then is to try and dry the areas and then use assorted paint scrapers to remove any of the old gasket from the two thermostat mounting surfaces, then again I wipe the area being careful nothing is wet before I sand the areas very lightly with fine grain sandpaper, then wipe it off again and be sure that the surfaces are clean of any old thermostat or silicone gasket maker particles.
I prefer using high temperature gasket make bec it helps to seal the area faster , stops or slow downs any possible leaks and by laying down a bead of it in the centre of the know gasket mounting areas surface and then simply placing the new thermostat into place then applying another bead to the other piece then aligning it up so I can bolt it back on.
Once I've done that I sand and clean and dry off the surfaces where the hose went over then I'd clean the inside of the hose and also double check it to be sure that the hose isn't worn or cracking or too soft, plus I use new hose clamps.
All then that is need to is to make sure that the coolant is good and at the proper quality and levels
and by starting up the engine and then watching and topping it off you should have it circulated enough that it's at the right coolant levels but you may want to bleed the air out of the system next.
If you have a cold engine and then you remove the cap for the rad or over flow container and allow it to idle awhile as you stand back and watch the temperature gauges , you will see cooling being pushed out and any air will come out too.
Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way it's best to check the factory coolant and thermostat recommended spec info before purchasing such items also note how the weather is in your area and the time of year it is bec if extreme cold temperatures you might want to mix it 60/40 at tops..
Is it hard to change the thermostat in 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup?
its not as easy as it seems because of the location of it its hard to get to ,its not like on the old 360 engines it was right on the top of the manifold ,on yours is down in the top part of it,and if you,l look at it you,ll see its not going to be easy to get to it, nor will it the neck part come strait out,its easier to loosen the front bracket and let the air conditioner and everything lean forwards,this way you can get better clearance to it,other wise it will probably leak on you once you replace it if you don't get mating surface cleaned off good enough,good luck on it.
Is it hard to change the thermostat in 1998 Dodge Ram Pickup?
nah it just has two #10 bolts back it out scrape off the old gasket put the new one and walla ur done OH! put back the bolts :)
not at all....just make sure you have some anti freeze on hand because you will probly lose a little bit... you will lose more if its been run recently...but my uncle and i did it on my 97 dakota....took about 20 minutes....just make sure u get a new gasket....good luck...God Bless---Nick
It shouldn't be at all very hard to do for you but I do recommend that when doing this job that you change the coolant on it too especially if it's not been done in past.Also be sure that you test the anti-freeze and either use premixed coolant or add distilled water and use a anti-freeze tester so you know that's mixed a good 50/50 and is good.
I like to remove any hoses first off that connect up to the thermostat that way it's easier access and it doe's allow me to clean the hose mounting area later too.Once the hose is off remove any bolts and then try to twist or gently pry so that the access can be gained to the thermostat and then pop a soft clean cloth into the area where the thermostat was to prevent anything from falling into the hole.
What I do then is to try and dry the areas and then use assorted paint scrapers to remove any of the old gasket from the two thermostat mounting surfaces, then again I wipe the area being careful nothing is wet before I sand the areas very lightly with fine grain sandpaper, then wipe it off again and be sure that the surfaces are clean of any old thermostat or silicone gasket maker particles.
I prefer using high temperature gasket make bec it helps to seal the area faster , stops or slow downs any possible leaks and by laying down a bead of it in the centre of the know gasket mounting areas surface and then simply placing the new thermostat into place then applying another bead to the other piece then aligning it up so I can bolt it back on.
Once I've done that I sand and clean and dry off the surfaces where the hose went over then I'd clean the inside of the hose and also double check it to be sure that the hose isn't worn or cracking or too soft, plus I use new hose clamps.
All then that is need to is to make sure that the coolant is good and at the proper quality and levels
and by starting up the engine and then watching and topping it off you should have it circulated enough that it's at the right coolant levels but you may want to bleed the air out of the system next.
If you have a cold engine and then you remove the cap for the rad or over flow container and allow it to idle awhile as you stand back and watch the temperature gauges , you will see cooling being pushed out and any air will come out too.
Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way it's best to check the factory coolant and thermostat recommended spec info before purchasing such items also note how the weather is in your area and the time of year it is bec if extreme cold temperatures you might want to mix it 60/40 at tops..
I need to change the thermostat 03 Venture but cant get to the bottom bolt, any ideas?
There isnt any room to get a wrench on the bolt and the exhuast is in the way to get a socket on
I need to change the thermostat 03 Venture but cant get to the bottom bolt, any ideas?
yeah gotta use a stubby wrench, get a gear wrench from like sears, the one that ratchets so you don't have to take it off the bolt, once you get it alittle, you should be able to do it by hand.. you could also try a 1/4 inch ratchet and extension with a swivel 13mm socket, it will give you a little more room under the exhaust.... why you changing it?, did you get a engine light?, p0128?, overheat?.. give those tools a shot should work, i use them all the time on those, as well as intakes.... good luck.
I need to change the thermostat 03 Venture but cant get to the bottom bolt, any ideas?
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You have one of those cars that has to be partly disassembled to do anything with. Not much you can do but remove exhaust or take it to a garage.
I usually buy a cheap japanese wrench and put it in a bench vise and bend it into whatever shape will fit.If you have a pawnshop nearby you can get them there for $1 or less.
I need to change the thermostat 03 Venture but cant get to the bottom bolt, any ideas?
yeah gotta use a stubby wrench, get a gear wrench from like sears, the one that ratchets so you don't have to take it off the bolt, once you get it alittle, you should be able to do it by hand.. you could also try a 1/4 inch ratchet and extension with a swivel 13mm socket, it will give you a little more room under the exhaust.... why you changing it?, did you get a engine light?, p0128?, overheat?.. give those tools a shot should work, i use them all the time on those, as well as intakes.... good luck.
I need to change the thermostat 03 Venture but cant get to the bottom bolt, any ideas?
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You have one of those cars that has to be partly disassembled to do anything with. Not much you can do but remove exhaust or take it to a garage.
I usually buy a cheap japanese wrench and put it in a bench vise and bend it into whatever shape will fit.If you have a pawnshop nearby you can get them there for $1 or less.
How do you change a thermostat on a 1989 buick lesabre 3.8 liter v-6?
I have never seen a thermostat housing like this. There is only one bolt. I got it apart but it will not go back together. It cocks when I try to tighten the bolt.
How do you change a thermostat on a 1989 buick lesabre 3.8 liter v-6?
Grease up the %26quot; O %26quot; ring at the bottom of the thermostat Housing with a Petroleum Based Grease Like Vaseline.
Twist the Housing left to right whilst pushing downwards on it until the housing mates firmly with the engine WITHOUT any gap , Then put the bolt in %26amp; tighten it up.
If that doesn't work , Replace the %26quot; O %26quot; ring and try again as it has likely swelled larger than the engines seating point.msdn long hair cut
How do you change a thermostat on a 1989 buick lesabre 3.8 liter v-6?
Grease up the %26quot; O %26quot; ring at the bottom of the thermostat Housing with a Petroleum Based Grease Like Vaseline.
Twist the Housing left to right whilst pushing downwards on it until the housing mates firmly with the engine WITHOUT any gap , Then put the bolt in %26amp; tighten it up.
If that doesn't work , Replace the %26quot; O %26quot; ring and try again as it has likely swelled larger than the engines seating point.
Exactly where is the engine coolant sensor on a 92 lexus es300 its running hot changed the thermostat &the wa&?
the water pump %26amp; the radiator is fine what else could cause the car to run hot?
Exactly where is the engine coolant sensor on a 92 lexus es300 its running hot changed the thermostat %26amp;the wa%26amp;?
Bad head gasket,cracked head.A bad temp sensor will not make it run hot.Also change the radiator cap and the new thermostat can be bad out of the box and make sure all the air is out of the system,so take the radiator cap off and let it for a while.
Exactly where is the engine coolant sensor on a 92 lexus es300 its running hot changed the thermostat %26amp;the wa%26amp;?
your cooling fans,or maybe something else,like a fan control sensor.chances are if the guage is reading it isnt that, but if you have a book, it should describe how to check resistance on the sensor.
Exactly where is the engine coolant sensor on a 92 lexus es300 its running hot changed the thermostat %26amp;the wa%26amp;?
Bad head gasket,cracked head.A bad temp sensor will not make it run hot.Also change the radiator cap and the new thermostat can be bad out of the box and make sure all the air is out of the system,so take the radiator cap off and let it for a while.
Exactly where is the engine coolant sensor on a 92 lexus es300 its running hot changed the thermostat %26amp;the wa%26amp;?
your cooling fans,or maybe something else,like a fan control sensor.chances are if the guage is reading it isnt that, but if you have a book, it should describe how to check resistance on the sensor.
How do you change a thermostat in 2003 Lancer, and where is it located?
I HAVE A 4CLY. MITSI. LANCER, I NEED TO CHANGE IT AND I NEED TO KNOW WHERE IT'S LOCATED?
How do you change a thermostat in 2003 Lancer, and where is it located?
Find the top radiator hose and follow it to the top of the engine,the hose is connected to a bubble shaped housing,which you will need to take off to get the thermostat out.
How do you change a thermostat in 2003 Lancer, and where is it located?
Find the top radiator hose and follow it to the top of the engine,the hose is connected to a bubble shaped housing,which you will need to take off to get the thermostat out.
Weathertron to Ritetemp thermostat change problem?
I purchased a Ritetemp 8022C thermostat and tried to hook it up last night and found I had too many wires. I looked on their website today and saw that I will need to purchase the 8050C because on my old thermostat I do have an Emergency Heat setting (so I guess that means I have a multistage heat pump). I still have a couple wiring questions though
My old thermostat is a Weathertron (doesn鈥檛 have a number). I labeled the wires I unhooked from it and they are:
R, O, G, Y, X2, B, W
So now I am looking at the diagrams for the 8050C and I don鈥檛 see any that have all of R, O, G, Y, W
And since I have both O and B, I should tape off O correct
Lastly- I can鈥檛 find any information on what X2 is ?!?
Please help- it鈥檒l be awfully hot at my house tonight if I can鈥檛 get it hooked up after work!
Weathertron to Ritetemp thermostat change problem?
Heat pumps are tricky. I wouldn't replace the old t-stat unless I had to. To get you out of your current jam though, all you need to do is hook up R,G, Y and O. If there is no %26quot;O%26quot; terminal on your new thermostat you need ot hook O and R together. Your system won't work in the heating mode like this.
You need a thermostat designed for Heat Pumps.
I think X2 might be a common to run the emergency heat light but I might be mistaken.
Weathertron to Ritetemp thermostat change problem?
buy a thermostat for heat pumps the emergency control is so that your furnace is used as a backup on very cold days.go to the heat pump website, and get there phone number and ask for technical help.
My old thermostat is a Weathertron (doesn鈥檛 have a number). I labeled the wires I unhooked from it and they are:
R, O, G, Y, X2, B, W
So now I am looking at the diagrams for the 8050C and I don鈥檛 see any that have all of R, O, G, Y, W
And since I have both O and B, I should tape off O correct
Lastly- I can鈥檛 find any information on what X2 is ?!?
Please help- it鈥檒l be awfully hot at my house tonight if I can鈥檛 get it hooked up after work!
Weathertron to Ritetemp thermostat change problem?
Heat pumps are tricky. I wouldn't replace the old t-stat unless I had to. To get you out of your current jam though, all you need to do is hook up R,G, Y and O. If there is no %26quot;O%26quot; terminal on your new thermostat you need ot hook O and R together. Your system won't work in the heating mode like this.
You need a thermostat designed for Heat Pumps.
I think X2 might be a common to run the emergency heat light but I might be mistaken.
Weathertron to Ritetemp thermostat change problem?
buy a thermostat for heat pumps the emergency control is so that your furnace is used as a backup on very cold days.go to the heat pump website, and get there phone number and ask for technical help.
Do I add silicone to both sides of my thermostat casing?
I am changing my own thermostat and now that I've figured out how to use the tools... ugh... the thermostat came with a cardboard washer thing and silicone. Do I need to put the silicone on both sides of the casing or just one side will do? Thanks for the help.
Do I add silicone to both sides of my thermostat casing?
You can get some rtv to seal it which is a gasket maker permatex rtv has different kinds check the local autozone and they have a whole section of it. Let it dry a whole 24hours before you use the car to form the seal after bolts get torqued.
Do I add silicone to both sides of my thermostat casing?
You can get some rtv to seal it which is a gasket maker permatex rtv has different kinds check the local autozone and they have a whole section of it. Let it dry a whole 24hours before you use the car to form the seal after bolts get torqued.
How do I change a thermostat on a rover25?
I can't answer your question as Dave seems to have done a cracking job but I too own a Rover and found the below Rover forum absolutely ace when it comes to Rover issues (of which there can be many!!).
How do I change a thermostat on a rover25?
petrol or diesel?
Assuming petrol, the thermostat is behind the engine under the inlet manifold, and a complete pain to get at.
Drain the coolant by disconnecting the bottom hose from the radiator. make sure the engine is cold before you do this. then remove the inlet manifold from the cylinder head, you can usually leave the fuel lines in place and just move the manifold to one side, but be carefull not to strain the hoses and wiring.
Then you will be able to see the coolant pipe running along the rear of the engine. its bolted to the block, this will need removing, then undo the 3 bolts holding the thermostat housing together, the thermostat can then be removed. Pay attention to the thermostats orientation, it won't work the wrong way around.
In true haynes manual style, reassembly is the reverse of removal. make sure you replace all the seals, you don't want coolant leaks on these engines, and torque settings are very important on all bolts. use a small dab of thread locker to be sure.
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How do I change a thermostat on a rover25?
petrol or diesel?
Assuming petrol, the thermostat is behind the engine under the inlet manifold, and a complete pain to get at.
Drain the coolant by disconnecting the bottom hose from the radiator. make sure the engine is cold before you do this. then remove the inlet manifold from the cylinder head, you can usually leave the fuel lines in place and just move the manifold to one side, but be carefull not to strain the hoses and wiring.
Then you will be able to see the coolant pipe running along the rear of the engine. its bolted to the block, this will need removing, then undo the 3 bolts holding the thermostat housing together, the thermostat can then be removed. Pay attention to the thermostats orientation, it won't work the wrong way around.
In true haynes manual style, reassembly is the reverse of removal. make sure you replace all the seals, you don't want coolant leaks on these engines, and torque settings are very important on all bolts. use a small dab of thread locker to be sure.
If you are doing this yourself, get a haynes manual. they are worth it.
Toyota camry 1996 V4 thermostat change.?
Hello
I had overheating. I change two hoses form radiator and no licking form anywhere. Water and oil is great and they are not mix. I think next step belong thermostat or water pump.
Is that right or not? Is this easy to change thermostat?
Can you give me an idea of what the steps are to change this out?
It is a 1996 Toyota Camry and Four cylinders(LE)
Thanks so much.
Arian
Toyota camry 1996 V4 thermostat change.?
Go find a radiator shop and ask them to check your radiator. Tell them you have overheating problem. NEVER repeat NEVER change any part until you know what is causing the problem.
Toyota camry 1996 V4 thermostat change.?
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you have an inline 4 not a v4 . But to answer your question, first check the radiator and condenser for trash or leaves that could be blocking air flow, then check condition of coolant, have you had a flush in the last 2 years? coolant breaks down over time and turn to acid and wont cool, it should be changed bi yearly. it most likley is clogged up radiator or heater core, take it to a shop and have it checked they prolly will replace the t-stat and flush out the old coolant and install an additive. How is the car running? sometimes when the car runs really lean it will get hot enough to overheat also.
I had overheating. I change two hoses form radiator and no licking form anywhere. Water and oil is great and they are not mix. I think next step belong thermostat or water pump.
Is that right or not? Is this easy to change thermostat?
Can you give me an idea of what the steps are to change this out?
It is a 1996 Toyota Camry and Four cylinders(LE)
Thanks so much.
Arian
Toyota camry 1996 V4 thermostat change.?
Go find a radiator shop and ask them to check your radiator. Tell them you have overheating problem. NEVER repeat NEVER change any part until you know what is causing the problem.
Toyota camry 1996 V4 thermostat change.?
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you have an inline 4 not a v4 . But to answer your question, first check the radiator and condenser for trash or leaves that could be blocking air flow, then check condition of coolant, have you had a flush in the last 2 years? coolant breaks down over time and turn to acid and wont cool, it should be changed bi yearly. it most likley is clogged up radiator or heater core, take it to a shop and have it checked they prolly will replace the t-stat and flush out the old coolant and install an additive. How is the car running? sometimes when the car runs really lean it will get hot enough to overheat also.
Can i see a visual picture of how to change a thermostat on 2004 dodge intrepid?
Go to autozone or the library and look up the chilton's or haynes manuals. They make a book each type and year of car. Its based on a complete teardown and rebuild so its great for anyone starting out. Tey take you step by step for pretty much everything. They have the pictures too.
Why doesn't my fan turn off from the thermostat from the A.C?
I change the thermostat thingking the swith was messed up, and no luck. I have it on AUTO.
Why doesn't my fan turn off from the thermostat from the A.C?
I think what you are saying is that the fan never shuts off. If this is the case you have a bad blower relay. A blower relay is a switch with a set of contact points in it that turns the blower on and off when comanded to do so. If these points arc too many times they sometimes stick, and do not let the blower shut off, which it sounds like it did in your case. This is not a dangerous situation,as some people let their fans run all the time. You proably want to get this fixed at some point, but it is not an emergency. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
Why doesn't my fan turn off from the thermostat from the A.C?
The blower for later model central air conditioning systems is designed to run for a short while AFTER the outside unit (the condenser) has shut off. This is to prevent the refrigerant from freezing in the evaporator (the inside unit mounted on top of the furnace). As the blower continues to run, it puts heat into the evaporator which warms up the refrigerant. Otherwise, if the refrigerant were to freeze in the evaporator, the next time you turned on the air conditioner the pressure would build up in the system and you might blow out the compressor.
Why doesn't my fan turn off from the thermostat from the A.C?
I think what you are saying is that the fan never shuts off. If this is the case you have a bad blower relay. A blower relay is a switch with a set of contact points in it that turns the blower on and off when comanded to do so. If these points arc too many times they sometimes stick, and do not let the blower shut off, which it sounds like it did in your case. This is not a dangerous situation,as some people let their fans run all the time. You proably want to get this fixed at some point, but it is not an emergency. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
Why doesn't my fan turn off from the thermostat from the A.C?
The blower for later model central air conditioning systems is designed to run for a short while AFTER the outside unit (the condenser) has shut off. This is to prevent the refrigerant from freezing in the evaporator (the inside unit mounted on top of the furnace). As the blower continues to run, it puts heat into the evaporator which warms up the refrigerant. Otherwise, if the refrigerant were to freeze in the evaporator, the next time you turned on the air conditioner the pressure would build up in the system and you might blow out the compressor.
Choosing a thermostat temp. Why so many choices?
I want to change the thermostat on my '97 Taurus and there are three different temp thermostats to choose from. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
I don't remember the exact temperatures but you get the idea. The factory temp is correct.
180潞C Factory
165潞C
135潞C
Choosing a thermostat temp. Why so many choices?
stick with the factory its the best
if you choose any other one your car is going to run rich for the whole time you are driving and you will be using more fuel for no reason
Choosing a thermostat temp. Why so many choices?
Stick with the 180, the others are for those people who have reasons, either real or imagined, to deviate. Also, the t-stat manufacturers list all that fit, not just what is called for.
I don't remember the exact temperatures but you get the idea. The factory temp is correct.
180潞C Factory
165潞C
135潞C
Choosing a thermostat temp. Why so many choices?
stick with the factory its the best
if you choose any other one your car is going to run rich for the whole time you are driving and you will be using more fuel for no reason
Choosing a thermostat temp. Why so many choices?
Stick with the 180, the others are for those people who have reasons, either real or imagined, to deviate. Also, the t-stat manufacturers list all that fit, not just what is called for.
Have a 2003 Ford Taurus, 3.0 liter engine, single overhead cam. No heat. Changed thermostat. Core not leaki
No heat with the Taurus. No leaking with the heater core. What's my problem and solution?
Have a 2003 Ford Taurus, 3.0 liter engine, single overhead cam. No heat. Changed thermostat. Core not leaki
the core can be clogged
Have a 2003 Ford Taurus, 3.0 liter engine, single overhead cam. No heat. Changed thermostat. Core not leaki
Flush heater core with pressurerized water or air,then remove temp control knob not out and look to see if not cracked,then blend door actuator if moving.HTH.
Clogged heater core. Undo hoses to and from and use a hose o flush it out. My 2000 Taurus had this problem.
Or there is another problem with them that the diverter door warps. New ones are apparently a slightly different design that does not warp.
Make sure the radiator is not low.
No single overhead cam Taurus engines.. only Overhead valve (aka 2 valve or vulcan) and a 3.0 DOHC (dual overhead cam)
If core not leaking or plugged and no restrictions (feel both sides of heater hose.. both will be hot after running for a while...
Make sure vehicle has cooling system bleed out of air (after awhile upper hose will be hot) and if still no fix, most likely blend door motor behind the radio has stripped the gears on it's electric motor gearing and hince no heat..requiring a replacement of the part to get heat backhair highlights windows web server
Have a 2003 Ford Taurus, 3.0 liter engine, single overhead cam. No heat. Changed thermostat. Core not leaki
the core can be clogged
Have a 2003 Ford Taurus, 3.0 liter engine, single overhead cam. No heat. Changed thermostat. Core not leaki
Flush heater core with pressurerized water or air,then remove temp control knob not out and look to see if not cracked,then blend door actuator if moving.HTH.
Clogged heater core. Undo hoses to and from and use a hose o flush it out. My 2000 Taurus had this problem.
Or there is another problem with them that the diverter door warps. New ones are apparently a slightly different design that does not warp.
Make sure the radiator is not low.
No single overhead cam Taurus engines.. only Overhead valve (aka 2 valve or vulcan) and a 3.0 DOHC (dual overhead cam)
If core not leaking or plugged and no restrictions (feel both sides of heater hose.. both will be hot after running for a while...
Make sure vehicle has cooling system bleed out of air (after awhile upper hose will be hot) and if still no fix, most likely blend door motor behind the radio has stripped the gears on it's electric motor gearing and hince no heat..requiring a replacement of the part to get heat back
How do you change a thermostat in a ford escort?
1.9 liter
How do you change a thermostat in a ford escort?
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How do you change a thermostat in a ford escort?
Things you'll need:
Container to catch coolant that holds at least 3 gallons and will fit under car, flathead screwdriver, socket set, new thermostat, theromostat housing gasket, coolant (or use old)
First, drain the coolant into container. There should be a valve on the bottom corner of the radiator. Open it and allow the coolant to run out. Take the cap off the radiator and get underneath. there may be a drain plug on the block or water pump, but i don't remember as it has been 5 years since I owned my lil GT. If you cant find it just remove the bottom radiator hose from the water pump (carfully!) and allow block to drain.
Now follow the upper radiator hose from the radiator to the engine. Where that connects is the thermostat housing and should have two bolts hoding it on. Remove the hose and the housing by loosening those two bolts. Remove the old thermostat and check. It should have a number stamped on it, probably around 180. This is the temperature the thermostat will BEGIN to open. Check to see that the same number is on the new thermostat now. If not, find out correct rating for that car (call auto store). Now clean all traces of old gasket from both the housing you removed and the block. This is important, failure to thouroughly clean BOTH these surfaces WILL result in a leak, probably a large one. Also be careful not to score the surfaces as they still need to be smooth. Use a scraper then scotch brite. DO NOT use steel wool.
Now install the thermostat, simply set it in the block. It should say which direction it goes, it will flow out through the hose and into the radiator. Install the thermostat housing with the new gasket between it and the block, it should line up. If you did a good job cleaning you will not need any kind of rtv sealant. Or, if you prefer, you can just use rtv. Color really doesn't matter, the orange works ok for thermostats. Simply run a decent size bead around the housing and install. Tighten the screws down and reinstall the upper hose.
Reinstall the lower hose and close the valve (called a petcock) on the radiator. Make sure you tighten the clamps and you're ready to fill her up! You reall should pre-mix your antifreeze, just get an empty gallon jug and pour half the gallon into it. Now fill the rest of both jugs with water. Viola, two gallons of 50/50. There should be a screw or bolt near the thermostat housing on the block side of it. Loosen this screw and fill the radiator like normal. When it's full and all the air bubbles go down tighten the screw and top off.
Now start the car and let idle. Watch the coolant in the top of the radiator (leave cap off). It will just sit there while the car warms up. It may overflow some, no worry. Once the engine warms up the thermostat will begin to open, and you will see the water in the radiator start to flow down and steam. This means the thermostat is working, you're done! Remember to dispose of coolant PROPERLY as it is poisonous. You local auto parts store should know where you can take it. NEVER dump ANY drained fluids from a car.
Hope that helped, and I hope I didn't go over your head!
How do you change a thermostat in a ford escort?
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How do you change a thermostat in a ford escort?
Things you'll need:
Container to catch coolant that holds at least 3 gallons and will fit under car, flathead screwdriver, socket set, new thermostat, theromostat housing gasket, coolant (or use old)
First, drain the coolant into container. There should be a valve on the bottom corner of the radiator. Open it and allow the coolant to run out. Take the cap off the radiator and get underneath. there may be a drain plug on the block or water pump, but i don't remember as it has been 5 years since I owned my lil GT. If you cant find it just remove the bottom radiator hose from the water pump (carfully!) and allow block to drain.
Now follow the upper radiator hose from the radiator to the engine. Where that connects is the thermostat housing and should have two bolts hoding it on. Remove the hose and the housing by loosening those two bolts. Remove the old thermostat and check. It should have a number stamped on it, probably around 180. This is the temperature the thermostat will BEGIN to open. Check to see that the same number is on the new thermostat now. If not, find out correct rating for that car (call auto store). Now clean all traces of old gasket from both the housing you removed and the block. This is important, failure to thouroughly clean BOTH these surfaces WILL result in a leak, probably a large one. Also be careful not to score the surfaces as they still need to be smooth. Use a scraper then scotch brite. DO NOT use steel wool.
Now install the thermostat, simply set it in the block. It should say which direction it goes, it will flow out through the hose and into the radiator. Install the thermostat housing with the new gasket between it and the block, it should line up. If you did a good job cleaning you will not need any kind of rtv sealant. Or, if you prefer, you can just use rtv. Color really doesn't matter, the orange works ok for thermostats. Simply run a decent size bead around the housing and install. Tighten the screws down and reinstall the upper hose.
Reinstall the lower hose and close the valve (called a petcock) on the radiator. Make sure you tighten the clamps and you're ready to fill her up! You reall should pre-mix your antifreeze, just get an empty gallon jug and pour half the gallon into it. Now fill the rest of both jugs with water. Viola, two gallons of 50/50. There should be a screw or bolt near the thermostat housing on the block side of it. Loosen this screw and fill the radiator like normal. When it's full and all the air bubbles go down tighten the screw and top off.
Now start the car and let idle. Watch the coolant in the top of the radiator (leave cap off). It will just sit there while the car warms up. It may overflow some, no worry. Once the engine warms up the thermostat will begin to open, and you will see the water in the radiator start to flow down and steam. This means the thermostat is working, you're done! Remember to dispose of coolant PROPERLY as it is poisonous. You local auto parts store should know where you can take it. NEVER dump ANY drained fluids from a car.
Hope that helped, and I hope I didn't go over your head!
Why do dads get mad when someone touches the thermostat AC?
i made the temperature of the thermostat from 78 to 72 cuz wen i came home after my baseball game it was like a heat wave inside, the weather outside is more comfortable than in my house. my dad asked who changed the thermostat and i said it was me and he got pissed at me i thot it was pretty funny tho, but why the hell do fathers get mad at this?
Why do dads get mad when someone touches the thermostat AC?
free angel is right. It's the money. At least you have an ac. I didn't have one in my room (and it was an attic room) growing up because my father didn't want the added expense. It was the first thing I bought when I moved out. BTW, my father is now retired and lives in florida and when we visit, we SUFFER.
Why do dads get mad when someone touches the thermostat AC?
They are usually control freaks and poor examples of what a real man should be.
Sounds like your dad wants to be in control. Maybe next time your uncomfortable just go in your room and open the window.
Sometimes I just think it's a male thing. I don't know how old your father is but as you get older, your body doesn't regulate temperatures like it used to. Maybe he gets cold easily. Could be it's just a quirky thing of your dads! LOL
Because fathers pay the bill.
put the fan on.... take a cold shower
Why do dads get mad when someone touches the thermostat AC?
free angel is right. It's the money. At least you have an ac. I didn't have one in my room (and it was an attic room) growing up because my father didn't want the added expense. It was the first thing I bought when I moved out. BTW, my father is now retired and lives in florida and when we visit, we SUFFER.
Why do dads get mad when someone touches the thermostat AC?
They are usually control freaks and poor examples of what a real man should be.
Sounds like your dad wants to be in control. Maybe next time your uncomfortable just go in your room and open the window.
Sometimes I just think it's a male thing. I don't know how old your father is but as you get older, your body doesn't regulate temperatures like it used to. Maybe he gets cold easily. Could be it's just a quirky thing of your dads! LOL
Because fathers pay the bill.
put the fan on.... take a cold shower
Where can I find and how can I change the thermostat and the gasket of a Toyota Corolla 1982?
I am not personally familiar with that particular car, however, they all are basically the same. Follow the upper radiator hose from the radiator to the engine. That is more than likely where the thermostat is located. Look for an aluminum housing held on by 2 or 3 bolts and is rounded enough for a thermostat to sit in. Changing the gasket is obvious. Just make sure to clean the old one off completely or it will cause the new one to leak. Gasket sealer is not really necessary but most people put some on anyway. If you must put sealer on the gasket, don't use much to prevent such a mess. You can use RTV sealer and just skim a thin coat on one or both sides of the gasket. That will help keep it in place while installing the housing.
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Where is the thermostat located at on a dodge ram 1500 2003?
i need to change my thermostat for a new one but i cant find it...where is it at under the hood lol
Where is the thermostat located at on a dodge ram 1500 2003?
what engine does it have in it because all of them aren't located at the top of the hose but the 4.7 ,s are located on the bottom hose next to the block,so you need to let us know which engine it has in it,good luck.
Where is the thermostat located at on a dodge ram 1500 2003?
Follow the upper radiator hose to where it attaches to the engine block. That should be your thermostat housing.
As Saxster said! It will be on the drivers side, under the AC compressor. You can access it without removing anything but the radiator hose
Where is the thermostat located at on a dodge ram 1500 2003?
what engine does it have in it because all of them aren't located at the top of the hose but the 4.7 ,s are located on the bottom hose next to the block,so you need to let us know which engine it has in it,good luck.
Where is the thermostat located at on a dodge ram 1500 2003?
Follow the upper radiator hose to where it attaches to the engine block. That should be your thermostat housing.
As Saxster said! It will be on the drivers side, under the AC compressor. You can access it without removing anything but the radiator hose
Will changing my old analog thermostat to a digital save me any money?
it could by having set exactly to a certain temperature, with those others they me be off a little, so it may not be reading the correct temperature or you may be setting it up more than you really want to. Its nice to be able to set a timer on it too, turn it down at night and set it to turn up about an hour beofre we get up. Also nice to be able to see what the temp is in the house since it has the digital readout. So i guess you could say i highly recommend it. weve have had ours for about 4 years now and have notice a change in the heating bill and have only had to change the batteries once. Good Luck.
Will changing my old analog thermostat to a digital save me any money?
It may. If you find your old thermostat is sticking off too long and taking too long to kick on, it will.
I just swapped out mine for a digital one and find the house much more comfortable. It was defiantly worth the $14 I spent on a digital programmable thermostat I found on sale at OSH.
P.S. I'm still trying to figure out what this has to do with home theater.
Will changing my old analog thermostat to a digital save me any money?
If you are away from home for long periods of time then you can lower your temperature (or raise it in summer if you use A/C) and save yourself some money.
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Will changing my old analog thermostat to a digital save me any money?
It may. If you find your old thermostat is sticking off too long and taking too long to kick on, it will.
I just swapped out mine for a digital one and find the house much more comfortable. It was defiantly worth the $14 I spent on a digital programmable thermostat I found on sale at OSH.
P.S. I'm still trying to figure out what this has to do with home theater.
Will changing my old analog thermostat to a digital save me any money?
If you are away from home for long periods of time then you can lower your temperature (or raise it in summer if you use A/C) and save yourself some money.
yessa
We have a 2002 Taurus and it's making very little heat. We did change the thermostat but not better.?
A/C pump runs when the defrost is on like it's supposed to. We did change the thermostat. Is it possible that the heater core is going bad. We've already replaced the blower motor 2 years ago.
We have a 2002 Taurus and it's making very little heat. We did change the thermostat but not better.?
I was going to suggest the heater core, but I think you may have answered your own question. Best advice would be to have a qualified mechanic check the problem out prior to investing in any costly repairs.
We have a 2002 Taurus and it's making very little heat. We did change the thermostat but not better.?
Does the temp gage run at the normal temp? If it does then it is the heater core. You can try back flushing the core with forced pressure from a hose and if it is a dirty core your car will give much better heat. SOmetimes the core gets plugged and the only option is replacement
NEXT TIME YOU RUN YOUR CAR,,FEEL BOTH HEATER HOSES AOUND THE HEATER CORE AREA,,, REMEMBER,, IT COULD BE HOT,,, BECARFUL,,, IF THEY ARE THE SAME TEMPATURE,, WATER IS CIRCULATING FINE,,IF NOT, GET A RADIATOR FLUSH KID, (PRESTON) FROM WALMART,,DISCONNET BOTH END OF HEATER HOSES FROM ENGING BLOCK, PUT THE PART THAT THE WATER HOSE GOES ON,,,, FLUSH THE HEATER CORE,,,,, THIS COULD BE ONE PROBLEM,,OR THE ADJUSTMENT LEVER OF YOU HEATER ON YOU DASH BOARD, MIGHT BE OUT OF ADJUSTMENT,,,,THERE IS A DOOR THAT ADJUSTS HOW MUCH TO A DOOR OPENS THIS REGULATES HOW MUCH HEAT GOES INSIDE,, IS IT LIKE ADJUSTING A WATER FAUCET AT HOME,, YOUR ADJUST THE WATER TEMPATURE,,
i don,t think the heater core is bad but it might be clogged up. take the heater hoses off and take a garden hose and flush out the core. you also might check the radiator too to make sure it,s full.
It is also possible that you have air in the system. This would prevent the heater core from doing it's job. When you replaced the thermostat, did you use one that is set to open at the original factory setting? If not, you may have to change it again. BE SURE THAT YOU USE ONLY GENUINE FORD COOLANT!!!!! Anything else will cause problems on down the road. There is no such thing as %26quot;universal%26quot; coolant. Also, go to a do-it-yourself car wash and clean the engine compartment, especially the space between the radiator and the A/C condenser. This area always collects debris, like leaves and road dirt. The presence of foreign objects here restricts the flow of air around both surfaces. Good Luck!!! If this is a 3.8 liter engine, it is also likely that your head gaskets are bad and need replacing. If this is a 3.0 engine, you are luckier.
We have a 2002 Taurus and it's making very little heat. We did change the thermostat but not better.?
I was going to suggest the heater core, but I think you may have answered your own question. Best advice would be to have a qualified mechanic check the problem out prior to investing in any costly repairs.
We have a 2002 Taurus and it's making very little heat. We did change the thermostat but not better.?
Does the temp gage run at the normal temp? If it does then it is the heater core. You can try back flushing the core with forced pressure from a hose and if it is a dirty core your car will give much better heat. SOmetimes the core gets plugged and the only option is replacement
NEXT TIME YOU RUN YOUR CAR,,FEEL BOTH HEATER HOSES AOUND THE HEATER CORE AREA,,, REMEMBER,, IT COULD BE HOT,,, BECARFUL,,, IF THEY ARE THE SAME TEMPATURE,, WATER IS CIRCULATING FINE,,IF NOT, GET A RADIATOR FLUSH KID, (PRESTON) FROM WALMART,,DISCONNET BOTH END OF HEATER HOSES FROM ENGING BLOCK, PUT THE PART THAT THE WATER HOSE GOES ON,,,, FLUSH THE HEATER CORE,,,,, THIS COULD BE ONE PROBLEM,,OR THE ADJUSTMENT LEVER OF YOU HEATER ON YOU DASH BOARD, MIGHT BE OUT OF ADJUSTMENT,,,,THERE IS A DOOR THAT ADJUSTS HOW MUCH TO A DOOR OPENS THIS REGULATES HOW MUCH HEAT GOES INSIDE,, IS IT LIKE ADJUSTING A WATER FAUCET AT HOME,, YOUR ADJUST THE WATER TEMPATURE,,
i don,t think the heater core is bad but it might be clogged up. take the heater hoses off and take a garden hose and flush out the core. you also might check the radiator too to make sure it,s full.
It is also possible that you have air in the system. This would prevent the heater core from doing it's job. When you replaced the thermostat, did you use one that is set to open at the original factory setting? If not, you may have to change it again. BE SURE THAT YOU USE ONLY GENUINE FORD COOLANT!!!!! Anything else will cause problems on down the road. There is no such thing as %26quot;universal%26quot; coolant. Also, go to a do-it-yourself car wash and clean the engine compartment, especially the space between the radiator and the A/C condenser. This area always collects debris, like leaves and road dirt. The presence of foreign objects here restricts the flow of air around both surfaces. Good Luck!!! If this is a 3.8 liter engine, it is also likely that your head gaskets are bad and need replacing. If this is a 3.0 engine, you are luckier.
I have a 94 mustang GT V 8. Ihave changed the thermostat and water pump but it stills runs hot.?
It begins to overheat when then coolant fan comes on.
I have a 94 mustang GT V 8. Ihave changed the thermostat and water pump but it stills runs hot.?
check your radiator cap
sounds dumb but if it is bad the it wont hold the pressure and causes your car to overheat
I have a 94 mustang GT V 8. Ihave changed the thermostat and water pump but it stills runs hot.?
Check for blockage in the hoses- also could be a blown head gasket or something- check the oil to see if the color is milky.
where do you live? Does this only occur in the summer or have you had problems in all types of weather, hot or cold? How long have you had the car, how many miles does it have, and how long has the problem been going on for? I just need a little more info and maybe I can help you out.
I had the same problem. I kept on overheating my car and I changed the thermostat and flushed the radiator. YOu might want to check out your water temperature sensor which should be on your engine block. That read you water temperature and sends the signal to your dash. Check it out if it read hot after you change that Im not sure what it could be.
radiator restricted, Not bled right, bad coolant sensor.
Good luck
I have a 94 mustang GT V 8. Ihave changed the thermostat and water pump but it stills runs hot.?
check your radiator cap
sounds dumb but if it is bad the it wont hold the pressure and causes your car to overheat
I have a 94 mustang GT V 8. Ihave changed the thermostat and water pump but it stills runs hot.?
Check for blockage in the hoses- also could be a blown head gasket or something- check the oil to see if the color is milky.
where do you live? Does this only occur in the summer or have you had problems in all types of weather, hot or cold? How long have you had the car, how many miles does it have, and how long has the problem been going on for? I just need a little more info and maybe I can help you out.
I had the same problem. I kept on overheating my car and I changed the thermostat and flushed the radiator. YOu might want to check out your water temperature sensor which should be on your engine block. That read you water temperature and sends the signal to your dash. Check it out if it read hot after you change that Im not sure what it could be.
radiator restricted, Not bled right, bad coolant sensor.
Good luck
How do i locate and change the thermostat in a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse?
The thermostat on that is under the radiator cap which is on the engine. Pull the cap off and the thermostat is right there, pull it out and put another one in, top off coolant and bleed the system.
How do i locate and change the thermostat in a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse?
The thermostat is located under the housing where the upper radiator hose connects. Drain the coolant and if its very old you might as well replace it with fresh coolant when your done. To remove the housing just take the two bolts off and if its still tight tap it with a small hammer. Tap not beat. Use a scraper to clean the old gasket off and once the surface is clean install the new thermostat inside the housing. It will only gfit the right way which is with the spring down. Install the new gasket and do not use any type of RTV or sealant. Install the housing and fill the radiator and away you go.
How do i locate and change the thermostat in a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse?
Drain the coolant from the radiator %26amp; properly dispose. Follow the top rad hose to the engine. Remove the thermostat housing. Clean %26amp; dry both surfaces. Install a new gasket along with a new thermostat. Make sure it is installed with the spring side inside the block/head. The air must be purged while refilling the coolant.
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How do i locate and change the thermostat in a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse?
The thermostat is located under the housing where the upper radiator hose connects. Drain the coolant and if its very old you might as well replace it with fresh coolant when your done. To remove the housing just take the two bolts off and if its still tight tap it with a small hammer. Tap not beat. Use a scraper to clean the old gasket off and once the surface is clean install the new thermostat inside the housing. It will only gfit the right way which is with the spring down. Install the new gasket and do not use any type of RTV or sealant. Install the housing and fill the radiator and away you go.
How do i locate and change the thermostat in a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse?
Drain the coolant from the radiator %26amp; properly dispose. Follow the top rad hose to the engine. Remove the thermostat housing. Clean %26amp; dry both surfaces. Install a new gasket along with a new thermostat. Make sure it is installed with the spring side inside the block/head. The air must be purged while refilling the coolant.
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Anyone know how to change a thermostat out?
Mine's old, crappy, and died yesterday.
Anyone know how to change a thermostat out?
It's rather simple. Put the switch in the OFF position and take the cover off of the thermostat. There will be a screw on either side. Remove the screws and gently pull the thermostat away from the wall. Some wires will be following. They're low voltage so don't worry about getting shocked. There will probably be a red, yellow, green, and orange wire connected to the thermostat. The screw holding the wire will have an R for red next to it, a Y for yellow, etc. etc. Remove the wires and install the new thermostat. Red wire to R, yellow wire to Y, etc. etc. Reattach the new thermostat to the wall and turn it on.
Anyone know how to change a thermostat out?
For just a furnace they are fairly easy. They come with instructions.
For a heat pump it can be more complicated or if you have a/c.
But since you didn't think to mention what kind of system you have, you might want somebody with more experience to do it.
And digital ones have batteries and they tend to go dead during power outages. Did you check? And are you sure it is the thermostat?
The thermostat for a simple furnace is basically an on and off switch. They hardly ever just go bad by themselves. It is more often the heater.
recommend honeywell programmable tstat....is yours heat only or heat/ac??..if heat only ,there should only be 2 wires connecting to old tstat...just connect the 2 wires to the new tstats subbase [ the part that attaches to the wall]..the wires should go to the %26quot;R%26quot; terminal and the %26quot;W%26quot; terminal....the %26quot;R%26quot; terminal might be %26quot;Rh%26quot; on some tstats.. it doesnt matter which old wire goes to which terminal on new tstat,,but if old tstat had similar terminals,,just put the wires at the same terminals as the old one....if your tstat is heat %26amp; a/c...then it will have 4 wires on the terminals R,W,Y,G..just put the old wires on the same terminals on the new tstat...if the wires arent color coded [i.e. green wire goes to G terminal,red wire goes to R terminal,etc] then label them with tape as you remove them from the old tstat....the new heat/ac tstat might have two R terminals,,Rh and Rc....the red wire can go to either of these because they should have a jumper wire between them,either the jumper comes with it,or you need to install a piece of wire there....attach subbase to wall with the screws it comes with..use wall anchors if no wood behind drywall........dan
Thor is right. The problem usually is not the thermostat but the furnace itself. But to change a thermostat is easy. Usually 4 color coded wires. I recomend White Rodgers. Honeywell is crap.
car,house???
Anyone know how to change a thermostat out?
It's rather simple. Put the switch in the OFF position and take the cover off of the thermostat. There will be a screw on either side. Remove the screws and gently pull the thermostat away from the wall. Some wires will be following. They're low voltage so don't worry about getting shocked. There will probably be a red, yellow, green, and orange wire connected to the thermostat. The screw holding the wire will have an R for red next to it, a Y for yellow, etc. etc. Remove the wires and install the new thermostat. Red wire to R, yellow wire to Y, etc. etc. Reattach the new thermostat to the wall and turn it on.
Anyone know how to change a thermostat out?
For just a furnace they are fairly easy. They come with instructions.
For a heat pump it can be more complicated or if you have a/c.
But since you didn't think to mention what kind of system you have, you might want somebody with more experience to do it.
And digital ones have batteries and they tend to go dead during power outages. Did you check? And are you sure it is the thermostat?
The thermostat for a simple furnace is basically an on and off switch. They hardly ever just go bad by themselves. It is more often the heater.
recommend honeywell programmable tstat....is yours heat only or heat/ac??..if heat only ,there should only be 2 wires connecting to old tstat...just connect the 2 wires to the new tstats subbase [ the part that attaches to the wall]..the wires should go to the %26quot;R%26quot; terminal and the %26quot;W%26quot; terminal....the %26quot;R%26quot; terminal might be %26quot;Rh%26quot; on some tstats.. it doesnt matter which old wire goes to which terminal on new tstat,,but if old tstat had similar terminals,,just put the wires at the same terminals as the old one....if your tstat is heat %26amp; a/c...then it will have 4 wires on the terminals R,W,Y,G..just put the old wires on the same terminals on the new tstat...if the wires arent color coded [i.e. green wire goes to G terminal,red wire goes to R terminal,etc] then label them with tape as you remove them from the old tstat....the new heat/ac tstat might have two R terminals,,Rh and Rc....the red wire can go to either of these because they should have a jumper wire between them,either the jumper comes with it,or you need to install a piece of wire there....attach subbase to wall with the screws it comes with..use wall anchors if no wood behind drywall........dan
Thor is right. The problem usually is not the thermostat but the furnace itself. But to change a thermostat is easy. Usually 4 color coded wires. I recomend White Rodgers. Honeywell is crap.
car,house???
How do you change the thermostat on a 1993 Acura integra?
the t-stat is located at the back of the head in the LOWER radiator hose connection below the distributor-on the passenger side of engine. find the end of the hose and remove the part it connects to on the engine-you will need to be patient as one of the 10mm bolts that hold the thermostat housing is vvery hard to access easily-anything in the way should be removed,if possible to make it possible to remove...remember when you add coolant to bleed the system via the bleed screw located where the UPPER radiator connecs to the engine on the passenger side at the front of the cylinder head- when air stops coming out close the screw by tightening it. continue filling untill full (fill reservoir too) . run engine untill warmed up, stop it and let it cool down-re-check level of coolant.fill as needed.
Also remember to check everywhere for coolant leaks before your date!!!!!!
How do you change the thermostat on a 1993 Acura integra?
The upper radiator hose goes to the thermostat case, remove it and the case to replace the thermostat. Assemble with new gaskets or hondabond. Then unscrew the bleeder valve and fill it with new coolant mix.
How do you change the thermostat on a 1993 Acura integra?
Be sure its at the upper radiator hose before you start, on some of the newer cars the thermostat is at the lower rad. hose, this has prove to help the engine cool better, and use new coolant and a pan to catch the old coolant. God Blessstreamreader into drilling for oil
Also remember to check everywhere for coolant leaks before your date!!!!!!
How do you change the thermostat on a 1993 Acura integra?
The upper radiator hose goes to the thermostat case, remove it and the case to replace the thermostat. Assemble with new gaskets or hondabond. Then unscrew the bleeder valve and fill it with new coolant mix.
How do you change the thermostat on a 1993 Acura integra?
Be sure its at the upper radiator hose before you start, on some of the newer cars the thermostat is at the lower rad. hose, this has prove to help the engine cool better, and use new coolant and a pan to catch the old coolant. God Bless
1997 Jetta Easiest way to get to and change the Thermostat? Also ECT Specs?
2.0L 5 Speed. with A/C. The thermostat is on the bottom side of the waterpump and is blocked by the Alternator and A/C unit. Is there a mechanic out there than can tell me the easiest way to get to the thermostat. I'm only a little mechanically inclined. :) I do have the Chiltons manual but it doesn't say how to get to the Thermostat. I have replaced Thermostats before in my toyoto... very easy! Also i need to test the Coolant Temp Sensor(ECT), what spec readings should I be getting? It is a four terminal connector.
Thanks, Tanya
1997 Jetta Easiest way to get to and change the Thermostat? Also ECT Specs?
Volkswagen has a problem with the water pump impeller falling off causing overheating, running hot, no circulation, cooling fan not kicking on. If this might be your problem you can see the water pump impeller after removing the thermostat. To get the thermostat you need a 1/4%26quot; drive 8mm or 10mm socket with a 1/4%26quot; drive wobble socket. This may require removing the alternator on some models. Hope this helps.
Thanks, Tanya
1997 Jetta Easiest way to get to and change the Thermostat? Also ECT Specs?
Volkswagen has a problem with the water pump impeller falling off causing overheating, running hot, no circulation, cooling fan not kicking on. If this might be your problem you can see the water pump impeller after removing the thermostat. To get the thermostat you need a 1/4%26quot; drive 8mm or 10mm socket with a 1/4%26quot; drive wobble socket. This may require removing the alternator on some models. Hope this helps.
My 2000 VW Passat has no heat.We changed the thermostat and now it runs hot.What could be wrong? ?
Can too much antifreeze cause this?The auto parts store said it could be a clogged heater core [how do you unclog it?]
My 2000 VW Passat has no heat.We changed the thermostat and now it runs hot.What could be wrong? ?
I agree with Mike T. The thermostat is in upside down. Also, if you end up having to remove the heater core, and it is clogged, it would be beneficial to go ahead and replace it while you have it out, because they are a pain in the butt to take out and put back, so why not replace it and solve the problem in case it can't be cleaned out and you would end up just having to take it out again.
My 2000 VW Passat has no heat.We changed the thermostat and now it runs hot.What could be wrong? ?
Water pump. On these cars the impellers are plastic and the blades shear off so you have no coolant flow. The engine gets really hot but the radiator stays cool. Since the temp sensor is in the bottom of the radiator it doesn't tell you the engine is overheating.
Stupid design overall.
Change the Timing Belt at the same time as the Water Pump and hope the Head Gasket isn't blown.
Your antifreeze/water mixture needs to be 50-50.
50% water, and 50% antifreeze. Putting too much antifreeze in the mixture, can cause adverse effects. Getting hotter than it should.
We changed the thermostat? Would that be YOU and someone else?
1.Did you install the thermostat in the proper direction? It only goes one way.
2.Did you bleed the air out of the cooling system? If you didn't you will have trapped air. This causes the engine to overheat, because no coolant is present where it needs to be. It's just one big trapped air bubble!
IF, you and someone else were the one to replace the thermostat, and didn't have a manual present, or may want to check this anyway,
here is some information,
http://www.autozone.com/addVehicleId,259鈥?/a>
This is an online AutoZone repair guide for the VW Passat made in 2000. (Encompasses a few other years also)
Scroll down the page, (About three-fourths the way down) until you come to the heading,
-%26gt; 1996-00 A4 and 1998-00 Passat Models
Read down through there, about the proper way to bleed the air out of the system. (Down under the illustrations, and under -%26gt; To refill:
This air could be trapped for a long time. You must bleed the air out!
3.What antifreeze did you install? Did you match the correct type you're supposed to use? If you just topped the antifreeze off, and used the wrong type, you have contaminated the present antifreeze, and it's no good! There are two types of antifreeze used, according to this AutoZone manual. One is Blue-Green in color, (G11), and one is Red in color (G12) If you installed the everyday Bright Green color stuff, you have contaminated any present antifreeze. It's no good! COMPLETELY drain it, and refill. (You can't use the Yellow stuff either!)
If your Passat uses the G12 antifreeze, and you have installed the wrong antifreeze with it, you'll know it! It'll be Brown in color!
Barring this is not the problem, check your heater valve control. It should be in a circuit of the hoses, that lead from your heater core to your engine. I know this sounds like sketchy information, but I can't find info on where it's located to tell you.
Look for hoses that are about the size of a man's thumb. (3/4 inch Outer Diameter, or 5/8th's inch O.D.)
See if you see any leading from the engine going towards the firewall.
The firewall is the area behind the engine, and below the windshield.
There should be a control valve unit that is screwed into the top, (or bolted on), or side of the engine. This control valve is what lets hot water pass from your engine, through your heater core. Your heater core will probably be under the dash, and you can't see it. It may be on the firewall, and has a box like structure around it. You should see two brass tubes coming out of the firewall, and hoses leading to them.
Follow the hoses back to the engine, and one of them has this control.
Have someone sit inside the car, while it's running, and move the heater control. See if the heater control valve moves a lever on top.
If it doesn't move, there's the source of your problem. Replace it.
You may have a thermostat type heater/AC control in your dash.
When these do not work, the heater control valve won't operate.
('Natch!)
Lastly, you may have a clogged heater core. The heater core looks like a small radiator. It is! Hot water flows through it, and the car's heater fan blows air across it. The heater core is made of copper or aluminum, and has very small tubes inside. If you don't flush your cooling system out once a year, you can get a build-up of calcium deposits from your faucet water. (The manual, does mention it's distilled water ,when the car comes from the factory. That stuff costs bucks! Would be worth it now!)
You'll probably, have to have a pro change the heater core, if this is the problem.
is the thermostat in right? the spring goes into the block. it could be the heater core plugged. if your going to flush the core yourself then take the heater hoses off, get a garden hose and flush out the heater core going back and forth in each nozzle.too much anti-freeze won,t make it overheat, just not enough will do that.also if the fan not working will make it overheat and also a dirty radiator will also make it overheat. anytime you replace something about the cooling system you have to bleed the air out so it can circulate.
This is a common VW problem, VW uses a water pump with a plastic impeller, the impeller cracks and separates from the metal shaft. Its not an easy fix, but you need to replace your water pump. You can upgrade to a metal impeller pump, depending on mileage, I would do the timing belt at the same time, most of the labor to get to the water pump and the timing belt is the same.
you replace it, you can try taking it out and blowing compressed air threw it but your best bet is to get a new one. If you temp is up and still getting cold air thats most likely what it is.
You put the thermostat in upside down.
did you purge your cooling system, you may have a air pocket in you motor. take the rad. cap off and idle the car until it gets norm. temp. the air bubble out.feel your heater hoses to see if there up if they are its not cloged.
My 2000 VW Passat has no heat.We changed the thermostat and now it runs hot.What could be wrong? ?
I agree with Mike T. The thermostat is in upside down. Also, if you end up having to remove the heater core, and it is clogged, it would be beneficial to go ahead and replace it while you have it out, because they are a pain in the butt to take out and put back, so why not replace it and solve the problem in case it can't be cleaned out and you would end up just having to take it out again.
My 2000 VW Passat has no heat.We changed the thermostat and now it runs hot.What could be wrong? ?
Water pump. On these cars the impellers are plastic and the blades shear off so you have no coolant flow. The engine gets really hot but the radiator stays cool. Since the temp sensor is in the bottom of the radiator it doesn't tell you the engine is overheating.
Stupid design overall.
Change the Timing Belt at the same time as the Water Pump and hope the Head Gasket isn't blown.
Your antifreeze/water mixture needs to be 50-50.
50% water, and 50% antifreeze. Putting too much antifreeze in the mixture, can cause adverse effects. Getting hotter than it should.
We changed the thermostat? Would that be YOU and someone else?
1.Did you install the thermostat in the proper direction? It only goes one way.
2.Did you bleed the air out of the cooling system? If you didn't you will have trapped air. This causes the engine to overheat, because no coolant is present where it needs to be. It's just one big trapped air bubble!
IF, you and someone else were the one to replace the thermostat, and didn't have a manual present, or may want to check this anyway,
here is some information,
http://www.autozone.com/addVehicleId,259鈥?/a>
This is an online AutoZone repair guide for the VW Passat made in 2000. (Encompasses a few other years also)
Scroll down the page, (About three-fourths the way down) until you come to the heading,
-%26gt; 1996-00 A4 and 1998-00 Passat Models
Read down through there, about the proper way to bleed the air out of the system. (Down under the illustrations, and under -%26gt; To refill:
This air could be trapped for a long time. You must bleed the air out!
3.What antifreeze did you install? Did you match the correct type you're supposed to use? If you just topped the antifreeze off, and used the wrong type, you have contaminated the present antifreeze, and it's no good! There are two types of antifreeze used, according to this AutoZone manual. One is Blue-Green in color, (G11), and one is Red in color (G12) If you installed the everyday Bright Green color stuff, you have contaminated any present antifreeze. It's no good! COMPLETELY drain it, and refill. (You can't use the Yellow stuff either!)
If your Passat uses the G12 antifreeze, and you have installed the wrong antifreeze with it, you'll know it! It'll be Brown in color!
Barring this is not the problem, check your heater valve control. It should be in a circuit of the hoses, that lead from your heater core to your engine. I know this sounds like sketchy information, but I can't find info on where it's located to tell you.
Look for hoses that are about the size of a man's thumb. (3/4 inch Outer Diameter, or 5/8th's inch O.D.)
See if you see any leading from the engine going towards the firewall.
The firewall is the area behind the engine, and below the windshield.
There should be a control valve unit that is screwed into the top, (or bolted on), or side of the engine. This control valve is what lets hot water pass from your engine, through your heater core. Your heater core will probably be under the dash, and you can't see it. It may be on the firewall, and has a box like structure around it. You should see two brass tubes coming out of the firewall, and hoses leading to them.
Follow the hoses back to the engine, and one of them has this control.
Have someone sit inside the car, while it's running, and move the heater control. See if the heater control valve moves a lever on top.
If it doesn't move, there's the source of your problem. Replace it.
You may have a thermostat type heater/AC control in your dash.
When these do not work, the heater control valve won't operate.
('Natch!)
Lastly, you may have a clogged heater core. The heater core looks like a small radiator. It is! Hot water flows through it, and the car's heater fan blows air across it. The heater core is made of copper or aluminum, and has very small tubes inside. If you don't flush your cooling system out once a year, you can get a build-up of calcium deposits from your faucet water. (The manual, does mention it's distilled water ,when the car comes from the factory. That stuff costs bucks! Would be worth it now!)
You'll probably, have to have a pro change the heater core, if this is the problem.
is the thermostat in right? the spring goes into the block. it could be the heater core plugged. if your going to flush the core yourself then take the heater hoses off, get a garden hose and flush out the heater core going back and forth in each nozzle.too much anti-freeze won,t make it overheat, just not enough will do that.also if the fan not working will make it overheat and also a dirty radiator will also make it overheat. anytime you replace something about the cooling system you have to bleed the air out so it can circulate.
This is a common VW problem, VW uses a water pump with a plastic impeller, the impeller cracks and separates from the metal shaft. Its not an easy fix, but you need to replace your water pump. You can upgrade to a metal impeller pump, depending on mileage, I would do the timing belt at the same time, most of the labor to get to the water pump and the timing belt is the same.
you replace it, you can try taking it out and blowing compressed air threw it but your best bet is to get a new one. If you temp is up and still getting cold air thats most likely what it is.
You put the thermostat in upside down.
did you purge your cooling system, you may have a air pocket in you motor. take the rad. cap off and idle the car until it gets norm. temp. the air bubble out.feel your heater hoses to see if there up if they are its not cloged.
How do I change the thermostat on an 01 Cavalier?
I dont where or how to change it nor how much it will cost me.
How do I change the thermostat on an 01 Cavalier?
I have an 01 Cavalier (piece of crap!) I went to Inner Auto Parts website to get price quotes for parts
I hope it helps
How do I change the thermostat on an 01 Cavalier?
It's only a matter of a couple of bolts holding the thermo cover onto the motor and removing the upper rad hose at the motor. There will be coolant spillage and a possibility of an air bubble after filling coolant up. These are pretty cheap to get someone else to do it, around a hundred or so.
How do I change the thermostat on an 01 Cavalier?
I have an 01 Cavalier (piece of crap!) I went to Inner Auto Parts website to get price quotes for parts
I hope it helps
How do I change the thermostat on an 01 Cavalier?
It's only a matter of a couple of bolts holding the thermo cover onto the motor and removing the upper rad hose at the motor. There will be coolant spillage and a possibility of an air bubble after filling coolant up. These are pretty cheap to get someone else to do it, around a hundred or so.
Help! Change thermostat in 2001 Pontiac Montana?
My boyfriend and I have already removed an changed the thermostat but we are having suck a hard time getting the housing back on without losing the bolts. Been at it for a couple of hours and we are both so frustrated. Does anyone know the easiest way to be able to put it back on! PLEASE HELP!
Help! Change thermostat in 2001 Pontiac Montana?
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Help! Change thermostat in 2001 Pontiac Montana?
try sticking bolts in before laying it in place and if its where one cant hold with finger and have to use wrench try and put a small strip of paper between bolt and wrench to keep it from falling also can use small hose and push bolt into end of
Did you take the throttle body off??? If not DO SO. The lower/rear bolt can be installed be one hand ontop of the exhaust x-over pipe, and one hand under the x-over pipe. (but make sure the upper/forward one is in and somewhat loose first!)
Help! Change thermostat in 2001 Pontiac Montana?
silicone sealant
Help! Change thermostat in 2001 Pontiac Montana?
try sticking bolts in before laying it in place and if its where one cant hold with finger and have to use wrench try and put a small strip of paper between bolt and wrench to keep it from falling also can use small hose and push bolt into end of
Did you take the throttle body off??? If not DO SO. The lower/rear bolt can be installed be one hand ontop of the exhaust x-over pipe, and one hand under the x-over pipe. (but make sure the upper/forward one is in and somewhat loose first!)
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