[elegantSdime]

Just wondering how to change the thermostat. its the first one ive had to change so im not quite sure on how to. mine is staying open and its not warming mine engine like it should. any info will help thanks

 

[orangesonoma]

what engine do you have...this really does not belong here...


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[elegantSdime]

4.3 v6...oh yeah wasnt quite sure where to put it

 

[orangesonoma]

thats ok ...i can move it for you...

you will get a better answer here...


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[elegantSdime]

thanks. i think all i do is pop the 2 screws off and drop the new in right?

 

[rat]

thanks. i think all i do is pop the 2 screws off and drop the new in right?

Yes, it is about the easiest thing you will do. A little bit of coolant will come out. Make sure you put the gasket on the new one, it might come with one. It is at the front of the intake manifold, you can follow the upper rad hose to it. I'd tell you exactly where it is, but i have no idea what motor you have.

 

[elegantSdime]

its a 4.3 v6. will in need to add any more coolant or will it be fine.

 

[rat]

I know it is a 4.3, but year, and injection style are things that can move the thermostat around.

Unless you are low on coolant to begin with you shouldn't have to add any. Be sure to do this with the engine cold, and put the new thermostat in right side up.

 

[elegantSdime]

ok thanks. i know where its at just wasnt sure what to do. thanks