How do you remove the thermostat from an intake manifold?

The part that the hose connects to is the thermostat housing. Loosen the clamp that holds the hose to the housing with a screwdriver. Pull the hose off the intake manifold. Remove the bolts that hold the thermostat housing onto the intake manifold with a box wrench. With the bolts removed, lift the housing off the intake.

Do you need to change the thermostat on a Cavalier?

(The RTV silicone acts as a replacement for the standard paper gasket because it creates a better seal.) Bolt the thermostat housing back onto the intake manifold of the Cavalier. Do not change the thermostat when the Cavalier engine is hot. Radiator fluid will burn skin when heated.

Where is the radiator hose on a Cavalier?

If you’re not sure, look where the radiator hose connects to the intake manifold of the Cavalier. The part that the hose connects to is the thermostat housing. Loosen the clamp that holds the hose to the housing with a screwdriver. Pull the hose off the intake manifold.

How do you replace the thermostat on a Chevy Silverado?

Use a ratchet and 10mm socket to remove two bolts from the thermostat housing. Slowly pull off the thermostat housing. More coolant will drain and the thermostat will slide out of its position. Use sand paper to remove any corrosion on the thermostat housing block.

The thermostat housing is attached to the intake manifold with two bolts. Remove the bolts by turning them in a counterclockwise direction with a wrench, then pull the thermostat housing away from the intake manifold to remove it. Remove the thermostat from the intake manifold. The thermostat can simply be pulled out of the intake manifold.

Where is the thermostat cap on a Bronco?

Thankfully, replacing a Bronco’s thermostat is a straightforward task. Remove the radiator cap located on the top of the radiator by turning the cap in a counterclockwise direction. Turn the draincock located on the bottom of the radiator to drain the fluid from the radiator.

Where is the draincock on a Toyota radiator?

Remove the radiator cap located on the top of the radiator by turning the cap in a counterclockwise direction. Turn the draincock located on the bottom of the radiator to drain the fluid from the radiator. The draincock faces the engine and is located on the driver’s side of the radiator.

How do you remove the radiator hose from the thermostat?

Remove the upper radiator hose from the radiator and the thermostat housing. The radiator hose is held into place with two hose clamps, one on each end of the radiator hose. To release the clamps, turn the screw located on the clamp in a counterclockwise direction with a flathead screwdriver.

What was the name of the Ford Falcon 6 engine?

Officially dubbed the Thriftpower Six, this engine line is sometimes referred to as the Falcon Six. Note: Car companies including Ford, switched from gross ratings to net horsepower and torque ratings in 1972 (mainly because of the emissions laws being enacted nationwide at the time).

What was the size of the first Ford six cylinder engine?

The first-generation Ford six-cylinder engines were all flatheads. They were the G- and H-series engines of 226 cu in (3.7 L) used in cars and trucks and the M-series of 254 cu in (4.2 L) used in larger Ford trucks and for industrial applications.

What kind of thermostat should I use for my flathead engine?

Thermostats Tech Tip: Due to the flathead engine’s tendency to run hot, we always recommend using 160 degree thermostats (11A-8575 or 1BA-8575-A).