What causes the thermostat on a Chevy Cavalier to malfunction?
What causes the thermostat on a Chevy Cavalier to malfunction?
Over time, engine build up in the coolant system can cause the thermostat in your 2000 Chevy Cavalier to malfunction. It is easy to tell when this happens because you will not be able to get heat from the heating ducts inside of the car.
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.
What do you put in the intake manifold of a Cavalier?
Place a bead of RTV silicone on the bottom edge of the intake manifold and allow it to dry for 10 minutes. (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.
Over time, engine build up in the coolant system can cause the thermostat in your 2000 Chevy Cavalier to malfunction. It is easy to tell when this happens because you will not be able to get heat from the heating ducts inside of the car.
How do you change the thermostat on a cavilier?
Clean the surfaces of both inlet and outlet surfaces of the thermostat with a pick/awl, gasket scraper and some emery cloth to remove any corrosion or rust. Place the new O-ring gasket onto the new thermostat and insert it into the inlet manifold. Replace the outlet connection and replace the retaining nuts and tighten them.
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.
Where is the antifreeze drain bucket in a Cavalier?
Place the antifreeze drain bucket underneath the lower radiator hose. The thermostat is in the lower radiator house in the 2.2 liter Cavalier. Untwist the radiator cap slowly. Do not remove the radiator cap or attempt to replace the thermostat on a hot engine. Allow ample time for the system to cool down before replacing the thermostat.
