how do i replace the thermostat

Asked by jakeybloo Jun 26, 2014 at 10:30 PM about the 2001 Chevrolet S-10 LB RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Follow top radiator big hose from radiator,there will be a housing at the end going in to motor,shoudl be two bolt,s there,remove them and thermostat is under it,make sure when you remove it to take note that spring go,s in motor ,downward,clean housing good,and around where it set,s,then place new gasket and thermostat,replace housing and hose,,,hope this helps,Good luck with it.

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