Just so you know, that brown tube that comes in the box with the new thermostat is to turn the sring loaded clips into place, thats what i do. It fits perfect and easy everytime
@@juanmacias6759 unhook as many hoses on the housing as possible and you have to push that bundle of wires out of the way. I barely got it out and back in
I had to give up. Getting a mobile mechanic to come out to look at it, I fought with that 1 inch wire cable for two days loosing 2 sets 10mm to the engine bay in the process, these new chevys are just to much of a pain to work on.
@@jaylenyoung5108 oh ok, yeah you don't need to add anything extra. I think that's just part of the OEM design but it's not needed on the aftermarket one
@89imp03 ok I thought I did.. I had the short one in the wrong place and it worked when I switched the bolts. Thanks for the video and the response. The hardest part is getting the housing out with those dang electrical wires there... Maan that was hell
Just to clarify the original thermostat only had a gasket for whatever reason and the new thermostat didn't need a gasket correct? Because I noticed my original thermostat had a gasket but the new one from Auto Zone didn't so I went back there trying to find a gasket for it.
Just changed my thermostat I had changed my temperature sensor last month that wasn’t the issue so I had to deal with this the only tricky part is getting that thermostat out the housing great video man 💪🏾
There should be a cardboard cylindrical tube in The box with the thermostat put that tube over the top of that round plate of the thermostat push down on on the tube with your hand which in turns pushes down on those wings twist and turn and take the thermostat out. Put the new thermostat in use the tube push down on the tube which pushes down on the wings twist and turn and the wings will go right underneath those two side brackets on the housing.
Hey bro great video did this fix the “Engine Hot A/C Off Problem” ? I Have the same 2013 Chevy impala as you & I’ve been experiencing the same issues that you had… i changed the temperature sensor a while ago but the code just came back on… so now I’m thinking i have to change the thermostat…
Well, looks like my car is going to the shop to have my thermostat done. The current temperature is -5 degrees with wind chills of -20. My hands will have suffered from frostbite within the first 5 minutes of holding a ratchet.
Those dealerships don't play around with those labor rates. It's probably a legit price because it's a chunk of work but you can do it yourself with some tools and patience
How long after you replaced the temp sensor did u have the problem again... Mine is doing the same thing with the gauge stuck at cool and engine hot ac off msg...
How did you get the housing out without taking the hoses off, you didn't show that part. Is it only because you don't have the radiator in that you were able to do that?
I just struggled for a while. The hoses wouldn't come loose without feeling like I was about to tear them so I left them on. Should be able to do it without removing the radiator
gr8 viDO chEf, & I was told thermostat was on same side as water pump(12 impala, same as 13, not srprIzed, typical Utube dumness). gS mAB IL just have thermostat in stock 4 Nothr dA.. btw mAB this is rong, but I’m gSCing MAYBE?🤨 if 1 lifts driver side, opens reserve tank cap, & fully drains a litle over 1 gallon(1/3) of coolant out through petcock drain plug, removing therm housing MIGHT not spill another gallon on wire plUm near car conputer..50/50 odds, hmnn🤔
water pump is on the opposite side of the engine. And yeah if you lift the driver side and drain it you shouldn't have much of a problem with coolant wasting from the thermostat while you change it
My girl was driving one day and got the engine power reduced message. Got home and checked and the side of the radiator was wet and the coolant reservoir was empty
Anyone, when I lift hood or put hand by grill it is very hot heat from engine. But gauge sits at little under 1/2 mark. Is this the norm on you guys impala ?
Just so you know, that brown tube that comes in the box with the new thermostat is to turn the sring loaded clips into place, thats what i do. It fits perfect and easy everytime
Wish I would've know that before I started lol that was one of the toughest parts
I just left that same comment on 2 other videos.
They should've put some instructions in that box 😂
Probably be a good ideal to add a little bit of some RTV sealant to help the gasket stay in place while reinstalling it.
Yeah that could be useful
Bolts and all is out but can't get housing out
@@juanmacias6759 unhook as many hoses on the housing as possible and you have to push that bundle of wires out of the way. I barely got it out and back in
I had to give up. Getting a mobile mechanic to come out to look at it, I fought with that 1 inch wire cable for two days loosing 2 sets 10mm to the engine bay in the process, these new chevys are just to much of a pain to work on.
Yeah I feel ya. It was a terrible job the whole way through
How to get around the wires
@@jasminechatman4540 grab a bundle and push them as far as you can. I don't remember exactly how I got it but it wasn't easy
Mine came with complete assembly thermostat installed in the assembly already still was a pain 😕.
So even the easy way is still tough then. I don't know what they were thinking designing this one
@@89imp03 agree 💯.
So it was fine without that gasket?
I put the gasket on too
At 5:09 The regular oem has an inter seal “the top black piece“ but the new ones down. Unless we don’t need them?
@@jaylenyoung5108 oh ok, yeah you don't need to add anything extra. I think that's just part of the OEM design but it's not needed on the aftermarket one
@@89imp03 thanks man appreciate the fast reply
@@jaylenyoung5108 no problem
I did it thanks to the video but i think i stripped the tapped screw hole on the left side.... here's a whole different issue now..
Dang, hopefully it's not that bad and you can get it sorted out
@89imp03 ok I thought I did.. I had the short one in the wrong place and it worked when I switched the bolts. Thanks for the video and the response. The hardest part is getting the housing out with those dang electrical wires there... Maan that was hell
@@TrueEl7 yeah I hated that part too
My 2013 Chevy Impala ltz has two metal pipes in from of thermostat. Can I remove looses these?
I think you should be able to. Mine is a 2013 so they should be the same
You drain it at all??
Yeah I drained it all since I was changing the radiator too
Does the thermostat housing only have a gasket or does the actual thermostat have a gasket also?
It's just a gasket for the housing as a whole
Just to clarify the original thermostat only had a gasket for whatever reason and the new thermostat didn't need a gasket correct? Because I noticed my original thermostat had a gasket but the new one from Auto Zone didn't so I went back there trying to find a gasket for it.
The new thermostat itself has no extra gasket it just fits into the housing. Then it's the gasket for the housing to the engine
@89imp03 Appreciate that Great video.
@@tellinthatruthgame8785 no problem and thanks
Anyone know how to reach the bottom bolt on the thermostat? I cant reach the bottom bolt underneath the black bundle of wires
It's a fight, you're gonna have to pull those wires and hold em while you undo the bolt
@@89imp03 okay thanks I got it half the way trying to get he rest then the thermostat itself out fingers crossed
@@iscream4fkingfun good luck 👍👍
Awesome video. I've watched 4 other videos about replacing coolant but not one showed the thermostat. Much appreciated
No problem. I was going through the same problem trying to change mine. Glad it's helpful
Ima bout to do the same car right now first time doing it
Have fun, it's tricky to reach some bolts
Wow that was some crazy work but as long as you have the tools and some patience you can make it happen
Just changed my thermostat I had changed my temperature sensor last month that wasn’t the issue so I had to deal with this the only tricky part is getting that thermostat out the housing great video man 💪🏾
Yeah it was a headache. Glad the video was helpful 👍👍
Very difficult
Mine came as a whole assembly with thermostat installed still was a pain 😕.
There should be a cardboard cylindrical tube in The box with the thermostat put that tube over the top of that round plate of the thermostat push down on on the tube with your hand which in turns pushes down on those wings twist and turn and take the thermostat out. Put the new thermostat in use the tube push down on the tube which pushes down on the wings twist and turn and the wings will go right underneath those two side brackets on the housing.
Yeah I wish I would've known that at the time. I was struggling for no reason
Hey bro great video did this fix the “Engine Hot A/C Off Problem” ? I Have the same 2013 Chevy impala as you & I’ve been experiencing the same issues that you had… i changed the temperature sensor a while ago but the code just came back on… so now I’m thinking i have to change the thermostat…
@@marcusfoster7520 yes. After this I didn't have anymore issues with that light
@@89imp03 thanks my brother !!! 💯💯💯
@@marcusfoster7520 💯 no problem
Thank you! :)
You're welcome
yea its a nightmare!! spark plugs too!! good job though!!
Thanks, I don't even want to think about that spark plug job
Well, looks like my car is going to the shop to have my thermostat done. The current temperature is -5 degrees with wind chills of -20. My hands will have suffered from frostbite within the first 5 minutes of holding a ratchet.
Yeah this definitely isn't a harsh winter DIY job lol
Thanks for this video! Big help!
No problem 💯💯
The dealership said it'd be a $800 charge to change my thermostat. I have a 2013 LT impala. Is that accurate? They said it's under the manifold.
Those dealerships don't play around with those labor rates. It's probably a legit price because it's a chunk of work but you can do it yourself with some tools and patience
I'd still shop around to some smaller shops and see if they can do it a better price
the cardboard tube is to remove the thermostat and to put it back in. just in case you might want to know why is it in the box
Thanks, I was lost. That would've made the job a lot easier
Hello im having trouble
It's tough to reach. Not sure if it's an easier way or not
Quick question did you have to bleed the system for air bubbles?
Yeah something like that. I think I just let it run for a while with the cap off a couple times
Ok cool. Thanks for the response man.
@@walterparada1530 no problem
Man in Having that issue now. Mine is overheating after changing it. I think I forgot to let it run for a while with the cap off
Yeah gotta let that extra air out of the system
Don't make the mistake I mad buy the whole thermostat with housing or you will be doing it again in a couple months
Did it start leaking?
@@89imp03 no leaks but thermostat didn't hold up the o ring was shot and thermostat came loose from housing
@@mosesyoung2614 oh ok. That's rough. I'd hate to have to do this job twice
It was a lot faster doing the job the second time but I don't like doing that
@@mosesyoung2614 I don't even want to test that theory lol
What’s with the ads?
Im not in control of which ads show up
What size is that u joint?
I think it was a 3/8" with a couple 3" extensions
@@89imp03 bet thanks!
@LoeNateDogg no problem
How did you get to sit right
Fighting, frustration and a little luck. It's tough getting it back in place with all the stuff around it
Thank you dude , shop & dealer wanted 500 an better, fuck this car soon as i fix this an 1 more other problem im getting rid of it.......
No problem, glad to help out. Hope you get better luck on the next car
How long after you replaced the temp sensor did u have the problem again... Mine is doing the same thing with the gauge stuck at cool and engine hot ac off msg...
Maybe a few months, it would be on for a day or so then off then it would come back on an off with a few weeks or so between each time
@@89imp03 I replaced my temp sensor today so far so good
@@89imp03 thanks for the video
@@thomascraig6957 glad it's working
How did you get the housing out without taking the hoses off, you didn't show that part. Is it only because you don't have the radiator in that you were able to do that?
I just struggled for a while. The hoses wouldn't come loose without feeling like I was about to tear them so I left them on. Should be able to do it without removing the radiator
How much radiator fluid did you need to refill it?
I think 2 jugs
Would a loose top hose cause over heating?
I feel like it would if it's loose enough to potentially leak
Jesus this is borderline impossible to do in a cold garage. We’ve only been able to get one of the three hoses off.
I can believe that. It was tough for me getting them off too and I had space and good weather
How did you get the housing out? I’ve tried and I can’t seem to get it out due to the wires being in the way.
Had to fight with it for a while. Pushing some wires down and trying to pull others out of the way. It wasn't graceful at all
Why u never put some better headlights on your impala it's been like that forever I'm ready to see some new eyes on that thing
😂😂 man forget this car. But nah, Im just trying to keep it running and focus all the extra money on building up the Vette now
@@89imp03 some 80$ headlights off Amazon cant hurt that much but understandable
@@DIY-dv7xj if I get another set it'll probably be a simple retrofit build
I wiggle the whole box out after loosening the end on the throttle body 😂
thats my next step.. thanks for the vids.. shits a lot easier with these videos
Glad to help out 👍
@@89imp03 after you change out the radiator the engine hot AC off message permanently disappear from the DIC?
@@89imp03 sorry I meant to say after you changed out the thermostat did that message ever pop back up?
@@Wh0LisH yeah with the new radiator, thermostat and that sensor I haven't seen that error message anymore
@@Wh0LisH no problems ever since this
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gr8 viDO chEf, & I was told thermostat was on same side as water pump(12 impala, same as 13, not srprIzed, typical Utube dumness). gS mAB IL just have thermostat in stock 4 Nothr dA.. btw mAB this is rong, but I’m gSCing MAYBE?🤨 if 1 lifts driver side, opens reserve tank cap, & fully drains a litle over 1 gallon(1/3) of coolant out through petcock drain plug, removing therm housing MIGHT not spill another gallon on wire plUm near car conputer..50/50 odds, hmnn🤔
water pump is on the opposite side of the engine. And yeah if you lift the driver side and drain it you shouldn't have much of a problem with coolant wasting from the thermostat while you change it
@@89imp03
yup, gud viDO chEf ✋
@@ezwa9979 💯💯💯
How did you figure out your radiator was cracked? My car keeps saying engine hot a/c hot. But it's never really hot.
My girl was driving one day and got the engine power reduced message. Got home and checked and the side of the radiator was wet and the coolant reservoir was empty
Anyone, when I lift hood or put hand by grill it is very hot heat from engine. But gauge sits at little under 1/2 mark. Is this the norm on you guys impala ?
Sounds about normal. No leaks or smoke or anything?
bt-rElE-thO, thats an impossible job(2 put it lightly)👋😒
Definitely wasn't a fun or easy job