How do you change the thermostat on a Prizm?

Remove the two bolts that hold the radiator cover onto the engine. The thermostat sits inside of that cover. Once the bolts are removed, lift the cover off the Prizm and pull out the thermostat gasket and thermostat. The gasket and old thermostat can be thrown away. Place the new thermostat into the Prizm engine and put a new gasket in place.

Where is the radiator hose on a Prizm?

Locate the top radiator hose and trace it to the Prizm engine. The part that the hose connects to on the engine is the thermostat cover. Remove the band clamp that holds the hose to the thermostat cover with a screwdriver.

Where is the starter located on a 1998 Chevy Prizm?

The starter on a 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is located on the radiator side of the engine and is bolted to the bellhousing; a fuse and relay are located in the fuse and relay box on the driver’s side fender well. The Prizm starter has a top-mounted solenoid to actuate the starter.

How do you replace a gasket on a Prizm?

The gasket and old thermostat can be thrown away. Place the new thermostat into the Prizm engine and put a new gasket in place. Place the thermostat cover back onto the engine and replace the bolts. Replace the radiator hose and tighten it down again with the existing band clamp. Place the filler cap on the radiator.

How do you remove a thermostat from an engine?

Remove the band clamp that holds the hose to the thermostat cover with a screwdriver. Pull the hose off the thermostat cover and hold it up so any fluid left in the hose drains back into the radiator. Remove the two bolts that hold the radiator cover onto the engine. The thermostat sits inside of that cover.

How do you change the thermostat on a Prizm?