😂 Yo.. Literally the first thing I said was, he sound just like Bizzy Bone 😂 Great video, clear precise instructions. I’ve been trying to bleed my system as well
@@renj6531 YUP.. I’m seeing it now as well… looks like El Debarge, sounds like Bizzy Bone.. This brother is world famous on THREE levels. His talent and automotive knowledge being first and foremost.
On some pesky vehicles you should leave the funnel on after done burping and shut vehicle off 3-5 min, then let it run a couple and repeat if needed. Be amazed on some cars how much air comes out after you let it cool and restart. Good video sir!
Grear video my Brother ....I had these over heating issues going on with my 03 malibu...I did every thing you showed in the video ...and now that problems solved thanks to you....you save me a lot of money and i'm greatful I stumbled across you channel....now I'm a member....keep up the excellent work !!!
Alex! Your ARE the Man! Totally appreciate your style of presentation and your way of not glossing over things. Instructions are incredibly thorough and helpful. Thanks!!
I’m 23 and a 3 year technician I learned from a very smart tech when I started to ALWAYS refill with a coolant vacuum filler. I’ve NEVER had issues with car overheating because of air inside the coolant system. I work at CarMax and have refilled every brand make/model you can think of.
I have a 2003 Honda Civic LX with no bleeder valve and did everything this man did and it still didn't work. What I found out later is that you leave that funnel with coolant attached after shutting off the engine. Do not plug it. Let the coolant and engine cool overnight. As the coolant in the radiator and engine gets cold it contracts creating a vacuum sucking more coolant from the funnel. If you remove the fumnel too early, you risk sucking in air instead.
I've been using this kit for decades. However, you need to have access directly to the radiator. I've had Ford's and VW's which only have access through the reservoir bottle. For this design without a radiator cap, I fill the system completely, squeeze the bottom radiator hose several times with the cap off the reservoir bottle in order to "burp" the air out of it. Then I fill the system again, put the cap back on and drive the car/truck until it is completely warmed up. When I park it, I check the reservoir level and top off as necessary. Then I come back after the engine has completely cooled down to see if it needs any more. Note that the heater temperature control should be turned fully open to the hottest position to ensure the coolant goes through the heater coil and purges the air out of it. Also, be sure you only add the proper coolant. Different car manufacturers require different types and color the coolants differently for a reason. Even then, DO NOT MIX different colors, grades or brands of coolant without doing some research. You can do permanent damage to the engine and cooling system. Do NOT use a "universal" coolant. There is no such thing. Spend a few extra bucks for the good stuff. You only need to do this every 30K miles, at most.
Thanks Alex!! This is an old post I know, but something you said made me really take notice! I changed my thermostat and was getting an ECT sensor that was reporting only 145 degs to the ECM and running in closed loop all the time in the winter (now) and giving me HORRIBLE gas mileage (22 in summer 12 in winter) the gauge would go from half and 194 Degs then the gauge would fall to near cool and 145 degs and very little heat. I was thinking I had a bubble sitting in the system around the ECT sensor (I changed that out twice, as well as the Thermostat both under warranty) I just couldn't believe I had air in there and it must have been a bad part. But I have to believe that is what is going on...Man, I hate the vehicles with the reservoir, or degassing tank as some people call them. Sorry for the long post, But thank you for this video, ordering the kit now! BTW, if you or anyone else has an alternate idea, I sure would appreciate the comments!..Peace
I love how easy you explain everything. Im not a car guy and i was able to do this to my girls car. I was proud of myself lol. Great video. God bless you brother
Single Mother of twins,and no car knowledge outside of regular maintenance for oil changes. It took me an hour to get everything done on my 2011 Nissan just watching your video, and running a cold and heat cycle twice🤌🏽🦋 I truly appreciate you
Thanks mate .from Thailand .Got stuck with air in the system in the middle of no where due to a turbo hose breaking . I followed your instructions and low and behold ....perfect. Quick fix on the side of the road .again thank you
I thought that I was going to have to do something with the sensor since that was the code that was thrown, because the check engine light was on. Then I realized after watching some vids that the problem was that the system needed to be burped. As when the car's computer is throwing other codes but the fix was simply an air hose that wasn't on right, or needed to be switched out. Anyway, I'm glad I watched your video because otherwise I would've forgot to put the heater on high.
Just what I needed to know, I started flushing the cooling system on my truck, I'm going to have to get a burping funnel to make sure I get the air out of the cooling system. Thanks Alex
This is great info! I had work done recently at a highly regarding local mechanic shop and they replaced my 100,000 mile hoses. After getting the car back I noticed it sounded like a washing machine under my hood. Thank you for solving my problem. I suspect the mechanic didn't re fill the car with coolant and air pockets resulted.
I wish I had watched this video before sending my car to the dealership. They ended up doing a bad service that costed me 200 bucks. Now I have air in my system, and the header is intermittent because of that. If don't solve my problem, I will follow your method. Thanks!
I just did a 2004 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0l Radiator, upper and lower hoses, thermostat and cap and the transmission cooler lines all without removing the intake manifold or sucking down the A/C like they tell you to do oh what a job that was lots of fun, but she is done and it’s like a brand new car again.
@@AlexTheCarDoctor Here's a question. I noticed you didn't jack up the car being the traditional method. Is this method no longer required? I ask because I'm told for Infinti's and Nissans it's ideal and helps any air escape faster. Also last question. If there's no noises from the water pump, no signs of leaks, no smelling of coolant in the cabin, yet, the car overheats as shown by the gauge. Would you think it's trapped air and would trapped air make the coolant rise in the funnel? Because right now when I rev to 3K RPM I notice the gauge goes up vs when it's idle it stays dead center. So, I am hoping...truly hoping...this is not a blown gasket considering I had a new engine installed and checked.
@@ttvmikrowave hey there jacking up is a good way but I’ve never use that method because I’ve always use these methods and it worked great. if you bleed the cooling system. The next step would be to do a block test
@@AlexTheCarDoctor Can't be the block or the heater core as the engine is new. After talking with my friend who's a shop owner he said most likely there's a massive air pocket that's restricting the coolant from flowing properly. Thus, why at idle and during revving the coolant backs up into the funnel; followed by overspilling -- even when there's no remaining coolant being topped off in the funnel. So, I decided to let Jiffylube use a vacuum device to drain and refill things properly; as air likely got into my system during the engine swap. 🙄🤦🏾♂️
Mr. Alex. The Car Doctor. I ran across your video. It was very informative, helpful , educational and useful. I am in the process of performing radiator cap test, checking and flushing the radiators on my classic cars along with my daily. Thank you from the Rockey Mountain States 👍🏻😉🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸🏎️⛽️
Damn great video! It was like having a friend explain it to me.... my trailblazer started running hot a couple days after adding coolant so im gonna be a big girl and see if I can do this!
I DID EVERYTHING YOU DID BUT I DID IT ASS BACKWARDS... NOW I WATCHED THIS VIDEO AND SEE MY ERRORS NOW I CAN START OVER AND DO IT CORRECTLY. LUCKILY I HADNT USED MY COOLANT YET ... ITHAS HEAT BUT NOT HOT HEAT SO HALF WAY HEAT DONT GET IT IN THE SNOW... THANKS FOR A VERY UNDERSTANDABLE WALK THROUGH .GOD BLESS
Thank you for this video! I accidentally broke off the bleeder valve so I think I can do it from the funnel from the reservoir for my 1999 Chevy Malibu using the funnel method. Thank you this helps a lot!
Did this on my Ram tonight. Lots of air bubbled up out of the cooling system. That funnel made it so easy. Will have to wait till brakes are finished to take it for a quick spin. Theyre next on the list.
Had high mileage car I bought, developed cooling problems in summer. Blew a lot of coolant out overheating and then it was still messed up after refilling. Turns out it had bleeder valves I didn't know about. I figured them out and got a lot of air out , then it worked better but it was hard to get air to come out. Later I drained the system and filled with water, since it was hot summer, and drove it. Drained and refilled over next couple weeks, every other day or so. After a couple few weeks it was all cleared out and I noticed being cleared out better I didn't even have to use the bleeder valve anymore. It got the air out by itself.
Thanks for the good video. My bleeder screw did most of the burping, but I used a regular funnel to burp it some more afterwards, also squeezing the upper radiator hose. I'm going to buy one of the funnels you're showing. That looks useful. I could not initially get the bleeder screw to open and got an air lock. I was going to replace my water pump after the first clean and flush. But since the bleeder screw (on the water pump) wouldn't open, I decided to drain all I could, then replace the water pump with good bleeder screw and that working bleeder burped my 5.7 hemi. Scary when air pockets cause overheat.
Got this funnel and did the 2nd method with it... Was scared of breaking the air bleed bolt in some engines since they're hard to access I do 3 heat cool cycles in my driveway because I wanted to be sure no air is in the system 😅 Tool payed for itself after maintaining 5 cars in my family 😊 Of course, use distilled water with the coolant mixture in the system
Temperature control on max heat and blower fan on lowest speed. You want max hot coolant flow. Heat causes air to expand thereby facilitating air removal. High blower fan speed will make heater core act like a miniature radiator cooling the fluid but you want some air movement so you can confirm engine heat.
Guess I've been doing it wrong all along. I opened the bleeder valve and started the engine as per another video suggestion. I'll do it your way from now on. Thanks
Your so informational thank you! I replaced thermostat water pump and radiator, but I forgot to bleed the system. Temperature gauge keeps fluctuating what should I do? 2018 Dodge Durango
So doing it the old fashioned way I turn the HEAT all the way up and not the fan, right? Then when the fans DO come on and there are no more bubbles, it's done, right? My vehicle does not have the 'bleeder screw'.
I wish I could get full strength Toyota Red Coolant gallons but I never see them offered anywhere When I did use full strength, I would mix the distilled water and the coolant in a clean 5-gallon pail first. I then would add it to the radiator. What bled out of the car in your video was likely pure full coolant. But if you pre-mixed out of the car, the discharge would have been half water saving half coolant.
Good video. If you put a vinyl hose on bleeder nipple the extends to the funnel or up several inches you will save some coolant and make less of a mess. Also you committed with 100% concentrate early on with a lot I. The funnel. If it would have filled before draining you would have put in no water. Think I would mix before at whatever proper % and then pour that in the funnel. Thanks
You are the truth with these cars bro. I just not long ago replace the water pump in my car. I got to replace the thermostat, then I am going to do just what you showed on this video. The car as of now does heat up a bit too much. So hopefully this works without hitch. I followed your video on the same 2.7 engine water pump replacement. Keep up the excellent work on video's like these. Actual guides that work and are correct. I will keep watching and telling others about your work. Thanks man.
Thanks for the support. I’m glad you are enjoying the videos, I really enjoy making them and teaching you good people new things.keep me posted on everything with your car
Lifes been tough for Bizzy Bone since BTNH broke up, thanks for the help😁
Lol
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Yo..
Literally the first thing I said was, he sound just like Bizzy Bone 😂
Great video, clear precise instructions.
I’ve been trying to bleed my system as well
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@@thirddayfilms6489your right but i was gonna say el debarge
@@renj6531 YUP.. I’m seeing it now as well… looks like El Debarge, sounds like Bizzy Bone..
This brother is world famous on THREE levels.
His talent and automotive knowledge being first and foremost.
On some pesky vehicles you should leave the funnel on after done burping and shut vehicle off 3-5 min, then let it run a couple and repeat if needed. Be amazed on some cars how much air comes out after you let it cool and restart. Good video sir!
Yup, I did 3 heat- cool cycles and saw the level drop 😮
This is a great tool since it places the level at the highest point for air to bubble out
Grear video my Brother ....I had these over heating issues going on with my 03 malibu...I did every thing you showed in the video ...and now that problems solved thanks to you....you save me a lot of money and i'm greatful I stumbled across you channel....now I'm a member....keep up the excellent work !!!
Thanks brother I appreciate your support
I didnt want to leave u a comment normally cause u got 420 comments but great video.
Thanks a million I couldn't have done it without you!
So if I don't have heat I can do this
Thank you! Car Dr. For that info. You are the man.❤
After watching 3 other videos, yours is the best, Alex. Straight talk and no jive!
Thanks so much for the feedback and your support I will keep them coming
Alex! Your ARE the Man! Totally appreciate your style of presentation and your way of not glossing over things. Instructions are incredibly thorough and helpful. Thanks!!
I appreciate your feedback! Thanks for watching 🤗
I’m 23 and a 3 year technician I learned from a very smart tech when I started to ALWAYS refill with a coolant vacuum filler. I’ve NEVER had issues with car overheating because of air inside the coolant system. I work at CarMax and have refilled every brand make/model you can think of.
I have a 2003 Honda Civic LX with no bleeder valve and did everything this man did and it still didn't work. What I found out later is that you leave that funnel with coolant attached after shutting off the engine. Do not plug it. Let the coolant and engine cool overnight. As the coolant in the radiator and engine gets cold it contracts creating a vacuum sucking more coolant from the funnel. If you remove the fumnel too early, you risk sucking in air instead.
I've been using this kit for decades. However, you need to have access directly to the radiator. I've had Ford's and VW's which only have access through the reservoir bottle.
For this design without a radiator cap, I fill the system completely, squeeze the bottom radiator hose several times with the cap off the reservoir bottle in order to "burp" the air out of it. Then I fill the system again, put the cap back on and drive the car/truck until it is completely warmed up. When I park it, I check the reservoir level and top off as necessary. Then I come back after the engine has completely cooled down to see if it needs any more.
Note that the heater temperature control should be turned fully open to the hottest position to ensure the coolant goes through the heater coil and purges the air out of it.
Also, be sure you only add the proper coolant. Different car manufacturers require different types and color the coolants differently for a reason. Even then, DO NOT MIX different colors, grades or brands of coolant without doing some research. You can do permanent damage to the engine and cooling system. Do NOT use a "universal" coolant. There is no such thing. Spend a few extra bucks for the good stuff. You only need to do this every 30K miles, at most.
Thanks for the comment
Been using universal fluid in every truck/car iv ever had and never had an issue.
Am a mechanic from Nigeria, this is the best ways i think is to bleed air out of the system, i just learnt something new from you. Thanks ❤.
Thank you for watching sir 🇳🇬
Just managed to sort my sons heater airlock with the help of your video. Very user friendly even for me a 46 year old dog groomer with no clue! Thanks
Nice work Alex. I like the way you mix factory and old school tech. I'm an old dog and it's great to get advice from a young dude like you!
Thanks for the support buddy
Always use factory coolant ,and distilled water otherwise just throwing your money away,also always reuse factory hose clamps,they keep constant tension unlike garbage worm gear clamps
Thanks Alex!! This is an old post I know, but something you said made me really take notice! I changed my thermostat and was getting an ECT sensor that was reporting only 145 degs to the ECM and running in closed loop all the time in the winter (now) and giving me HORRIBLE gas mileage (22 in summer 12 in winter) the gauge would go from half and 194 Degs then the gauge would fall to near cool and 145 degs and very little heat. I was thinking I had a bubble sitting in the system around the ECT sensor (I changed that out twice, as well as the Thermostat both under warranty) I just couldn't believe I had air in there and it must have been a bad part. But I have to believe that is what is going on...Man, I hate the vehicles with the reservoir, or degassing tank as some people call them. Sorry for the long post, But thank you for this video, ordering the kit now!
BTW, if you or anyone else has an alternate idea, I sure would appreciate the comments!..Peace
I love how easy you explain everything. Im not a car guy and i was able to do this to my girls car. I was proud of myself lol. Great video. God bless you brother
Thanks for watching buddy,I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the blessing
From an old mechanic, well done!
Alex you did an excellent job explaining everything I actually ended up doing this myself thanks to your video.👍
It makes me happy that you was able to learn from my video, thanks for watching
😅😅@@AlexTheCarDoctor
Single Mother of twins,and no car knowledge outside of regular maintenance for oil changes. It took me an hour to get everything done on my 2011 Nissan just watching your video, and running a cold and heat cycle twice🤌🏽🦋 I truly appreciate you
This is my favorite comment ever! I’m glad I could help. YOU GO GIRL!
Thanks mate .from Thailand .Got stuck with air in the system in the middle of no where due to a turbo hose breaking . I followed your instructions and low and behold ....perfect. Quick fix on the side of the road .again thank you
That is so awesome. You just made my day! Thanks for watching!
I thought that I was going to have to do something with the sensor since that was the code that was thrown, because the check engine light was on. Then I realized after watching some vids that the problem was that the system needed to be burped. As when the car's computer is throwing other codes but the fix was simply an air hose that wasn't on right, or needed to be switched out. Anyway, I'm glad I watched your video because otherwise I would've forgot to put the heater on high.
Turns out it was the sensor after all. I guess it's been a process.
Just what I needed to know, I started flushing the cooling system on my truck, I'm going to have to get a burping funnel to make sure I get the air out of the cooling system. Thanks Alex
Outstanding my dude! I came late to the party but happy to be part of the fam now my dude. Knowledge you can trust and understand, Solid!
Thanks for your support buddy
One of the best automotive DIY videos I've ever watched on YT. Top quality. Thank you!
Wow, thanks!
This is great info! I had work done recently at a highly regarding local mechanic shop and they replaced my 100,000 mile hoses. After getting the car back I noticed it sounded like a washing machine under my hood. Thank you for solving my problem. I suspect the mechanic didn't re fill the car with coolant and air pockets resulted.
I just want to day thank you, just replace my radiator on a 2012 jeep and followed your instruction, went perfect. Much appreciated brother
My pleasure I’m glad I was able to help
just found your page and gave me the answer i was looking for, subscribed and liked, thank you sir, Bob
awesome video ..and excellent tutorial ..we are thankful Alex the master Tech.
Good video my man. Finally easy explanation and good instruction. Thank you.
Thanks for watching buddy I’m glad you enjoyed it
I wish I had watched this video before sending my car to the dealership. They ended up doing a bad service that costed me 200 bucks. Now I have air in my system, and the header is intermittent because of that. If don't solve my problem, I will follow your method. Thanks!
I appreciate this video brother. Explained everything greatly 🙏🏾
The best video for this type of procedure I’ve seen. Well done!
Thanks brother
Thank you for being a cool person.
No thank you for watching and your support
Appreciate you taking time to do this video. Very easy to follow.
Great video. I like how you keep it real. Spills happen. 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks buddy
I just did a 2004 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0l Radiator, upper and lower hoses, thermostat and cap and the transmission cooler lines all without removing the intake manifold or sucking down the A/C like they tell you to do oh what a job that was lots of fun, but she is done and it’s like a brand new car again.
That’s great news it sounds like you are a very good tech
You just make it more down to earth man. Needed this to get ready to change the rad on my G35
Attention to detail.. excellent job sir.
Thanks buddy
Damn good video sir! You hit on all the things us newbs would need to know, very informative and great delivery 👏🏽
Thanks so much! Glad I can help 😊
@@AlexTheCarDoctor Here's a question. I noticed you didn't jack up the car being the traditional method. Is this method no longer required? I ask because I'm told for Infinti's and Nissans it's ideal and helps any air escape faster. Also last question. If there's no noises from the water pump, no signs of leaks, no smelling of coolant in the cabin, yet, the car overheats as shown by the gauge. Would you think it's trapped air and would trapped air make the coolant rise in the funnel? Because right now when I rev to 3K RPM I notice the gauge goes up vs when it's idle it stays dead center. So, I am hoping...truly hoping...this is not a blown gasket considering I had a new engine installed and checked.
@@ttvmikrowave hey there jacking up is a good way but I’ve never use that method because I’ve always use these methods and it worked great. if you bleed the cooling system. The next step would be to do a block test
@@AlexTheCarDoctor Can't be the block or the heater core as the engine is new. After talking with my friend who's a shop owner he said most likely there's a massive air pocket that's restricting the coolant from flowing properly. Thus, why at idle and during revving the coolant backs up into the funnel; followed by overspilling -- even when there's no remaining coolant being topped off in the funnel. So, I decided to let Jiffylube use a vacuum device to drain and refill things properly; as air likely got into my system during the engine swap. 🙄🤦🏾♂️
Mr. Alex. The Car Doctor. I ran across your video. It was very informative, helpful , educational and useful. I am in the process of performing radiator cap test, checking and flushing the radiators on my classic cars along with my daily. Thank you from the Rockey Mountain States 👍🏻😉🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸🏎️⛽️
Damn great video! It was like having a friend explain it to me.... my trailblazer started running hot a couple days after adding coolant so im gonna be a big girl and see if I can do this!
Thanks for watching. I’m here for you if you need any advice just ask I’m an open book and love to help
I DID EVERYTHING YOU DID BUT I DID IT ASS BACKWARDS... NOW I WATCHED THIS VIDEO AND SEE MY ERRORS NOW I CAN START OVER AND DO IT CORRECTLY. LUCKILY I HADNT USED MY COOLANT YET ... ITHAS HEAT BUT NOT HOT HEAT SO HALF WAY HEAT DONT GET IT IN THE SNOW... THANKS FOR A VERY UNDERSTANDABLE WALK THROUGH .GOD BLESS
You just got yourself another subscriber man great video. Very informative and straight forward keep making great content!
Thanks brother
That was good information thank you. And I'm happy that you didn't just slam through it as well as show people how to use a burping funnel. Well done
My pleasure thanks for watching
Thank you for this video! I accidentally broke off the bleeder valve so I think I can do it from the funnel from the reservoir for my 1999 Chevy Malibu using the funnel method. Thank you this helps a lot!
You sure can this funnel is a lifesaver
@@AlexTheCarDoctor is using the cap ok if I don’t have the funnel?
@@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521 you can just leave the cap off for the process
JUST BOUGHT ONE OF THOSE FUNNEL..NOW I KNOW HOW TO USED IT..THANK YOU.
Keep those dodge charger videos up... Already did this 4 months ago it was pretty easy, watching for the extra knowledge for next time.
a trick : you can watch movies on kaldrostream. Been using them for watching all kinds of movies these days.
@Alvaro Chaim definitely, have been watching on KaldroStream for years myself :D
Really good. Thanks Alex!
Did this on my Ram tonight. Lots of air bubbled up out of the cooling system. That funnel made it so easy. Will have to wait till brakes are finished
to take it for a quick spin. Theyre next on the list.
Thanks a lot makes it easier to have confidence in bleeding my cooling system.
My pleasure buddy thanks for watching
Had high mileage car I bought, developed cooling problems in summer. Blew a lot of coolant out overheating and then it was still messed up after refilling. Turns out it had bleeder valves I didn't know about. I figured them out and got a lot of air out , then it worked better but it was hard to get air to come out.
Later I drained the system and filled with water, since it was hot summer, and drove it. Drained and refilled over next couple weeks, every other day or so.
After a couple few weeks it was all cleared out and I noticed being cleared out better I didn't even have to use the bleeder valve anymore. It got the air out by itself.
youre the man ,thanks bro have the same car i never trust the bleeder valve, i replaced the thermostat housing 3 times in the past 5 years.
Thanks for watching brother
That bleeder valve is so nice to have. I wish my 5.4 triton had one lmao
I have the same engine in my navigator you’re right it doesn’t have one smh
Thank you Dr. Alex The Car Doctor!!!! Another great video!!!
Look like a honest mechanic .nice vid . experience problems now with this issue 😮
Nice job Alex, you are the coolant Boss.....................😄🙂 thank you
My pleasure thanks for watching
Terrific job. Praying this is my problem and I didn't blow out a head gasket.
Positive uplifting technics...keep up the great content
Thanks for the feedback and the support, I will buddy
Thanks. U forgot to tell about CO in a closed garage. Good video.
You’re right I guess I can’t assume everybody knows thanks for watching
He said he don't know why it has two bleeder screws, it just came that way. That was about it for me. Super nice guy though
I am a mechanic not an engineer…. I don’t know everything about everything lol
Thanks for the good video. My bleeder screw did most of the burping, but I used a regular funnel to burp it some more afterwards, also squeezing the upper radiator hose. I'm going to buy one of the funnels you're showing. That looks useful. I could not initially get the bleeder screw to open and got an air lock. I was going to replace my water pump after the first clean and flush. But since the bleeder screw (on the water pump) wouldn't open, I decided to drain all I could, then replace the water pump with good bleeder screw and that working bleeder burped my 5.7 hemi. Scary when air pockets cause overheat.
I wanted to visit the shop in person I remember haven't forgotten.
Thire hasn't been 1 video on you tube that can help my situation!
Great job and video. I agree with you to not trust the bleeder screw to be sure all air is out. going to do my car now. thanks!!!!!
Enjoyed the education, picked up some things not covered in other videos. 👍
Thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed it
Thank you, simplified the bleeding process for me !
I’m glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching
Very good work brother ❤
Got this funnel and did the 2nd method with it...
Was scared of breaking the air bleed bolt in some engines since they're hard to access
I do 3 heat cool cycles in my driveway because I wanted to be sure no air is in the system 😅
Tool payed for itself after maintaining 5 cars in my family 😊
Of course, use distilled water with the coolant mixture in the system
Looks like a tired day Alex!!
Thanks for the help, gave me the confidence to tackle my ‘06 Sierra.
Bro I have the same light. I love it. Have not had any problems at all with it. Got it for under $30 at harbor freight. Thanks for the knowledge.
My pleasure buddy. I love harbor freight
Thanks bro, great detailed video. Appreciate all you do for us car enthusiasts & Diyers
No problem 👍
Temperature control on max heat and blower fan on lowest speed. You want max hot coolant flow. Heat causes air to expand thereby facilitating air removal. High blower fan speed will make heater core act like a miniature radiator cooling the fluid but you want some air movement so you can confirm engine heat.
Just right now I have air bubbles and was wondering why this is good info just subscribed to your videos 👏👏
Thanks so much!
I just love your videos!
Thank you sir,,
Thanks Mr Alex for the lesson
I have a 2006 Saturn Ion and it don't have a radiator cap. Not sure if it has a bleeder valve. Learned a lot from your videos. Thank you.
Thank you Mr. Alex
No problem. Glad I could help!
Thanks you covered all the bases.
Just found u and I appreciate for you showing how to do it for people on a budget
Great video
Guess I've been doing it wrong all along. I opened the bleeder valve and started the engine as per another video suggestion. I'll do it your way from now on. Thanks
Thanks for watching and the support
I close my eyes I hear 360Jeezy lmaooo 😂
Great presentation as always. Greetings from Jacksonville, Florida.
Thank you very much! Greetings my brother!
You made this look too easy thanks man
Thanks for the insight!
Your so informational thank you! I replaced thermostat water pump and radiator, but I forgot to bleed the system. Temperature gauge keeps fluctuating what should I do? 2018 Dodge Durango
That’s your problem after you bleed it everything should be OK
Thanks for the vid. Just finished on an old Malibu with success.
My pleasure
Just remembered this video I made before I did the process. Lol ua-cam.com/video/8g3nT6WyvLQ/v-deo.html
So doing it the old fashioned way I turn the HEAT all the way up and not the fan, right? Then when the fans DO come on and there are no more bubbles, it's done, right? My vehicle does not have the 'bleeder screw'.
I wish I could get full strength Toyota Red Coolant gallons but I never see them offered anywhere
When I did use full strength, I would mix the distilled water and the coolant in a clean 5-gallon pail first. I then would add it to the radiator.
What bled out of the car in your video was likely pure full coolant. But if you pre-mixed out of the car, the discharge would have been half water saving half coolant.
Man I can guarantee you will hit 100 subs in no time glad I found you early don't give it up man keep making vids
Thanks man. Running a shop keeps things interesting for my viewers.
@@AlexTheCarDoctor you hiring lol?
Not at the moment I’m still a pretty small home feeling shop.
@@AlexTheCarDoctor BTW I meant 100k subs not 100 please don't give up.
I won’t man.I love making content and helping people it’s not about the $ with me
The infamous Pentastar tick
Ty brother , great video very helpful
Great video, great help thank you for your time, the LORD bless you and keep you safe !!
Good video. If you put a vinyl hose on bleeder nipple the extends to the funnel or up several inches you will save some coolant and make less of a mess. Also you committed with 100% concentrate early on with a lot I. The funnel. If it would have filled before draining you would have put in no water. Think I would mix before at whatever proper % and then pour that in the funnel. Thanks
Good observation on the coolant mixing that was my car so I didn’t care lol. I have a 55 gal 50/50 that I use for customers
Thanks for watching
Coolant all over the floor and exhaust gases in a closed garage. Looks like a win win.
He had it open near the end of the video... Not wide open but enough not to suffocate?😅
That was a great video bro cuz a lot of people go so fast u don't even know what there talking about
Happy to help!
Imma get 1 of those funnel couse I been working on a 2013 charger for 2 weeks trying to get da air out
Hey there you may want to perform a block test to make sure the head gasket is not leaking
Thanks for takin the time to make this
Best video. Thanks for posting.
I’m glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching
Just what I needed, thanks great information.
My pleasure buddy
you helped me alot brotha
You are the truth with these cars bro. I just not long ago replace the water pump in my car. I got to replace the thermostat, then I am going to do just what you showed on this video. The car as of now does heat up a bit too much. So hopefully this works without hitch. I followed your video on the same 2.7 engine water pump replacement. Keep up the excellent work on video's like these. Actual guides that work and are correct. I will keep watching and telling others about your work. Thanks man.
Thanks for the support. I’m glad you are enjoying the videos, I really enjoy making them and teaching you good people new things.keep me posted on everything with your car