How to Change Thermostat Housing Chevrolet Cruze 2011-2015 / Chevrolet Sonic 2012-2018
Вставка
- Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
- 🔴In the video I will show you the procedure to change your thermostat housing as well as your Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe. This procedure will work for the Chevrolet Cruze 2011 to 2015 and also the Chevrolet sonic 2012-2018.
How to fix a coolant leak on your Chevrolet Cruze. How to fix a coolant leak on your Chevrolet Sonic. Fix heating problem in your car with this video.
🔩Tool and Parts List:
Tools:
🔸Basic Socket Set amzn.to/3aUtPwk
🔸Cordless Ratchet amzn.to/3tCIpRI
🔸E Socket Set (Female Torx) amzn.to/3tIA7Yu
🔸Long Nose Pliers amzn.to/3cV9lq0
🔸PB Blaster (Penetrating Fluid) amzn.to/3a3ra4q
🔸Red Scotch-Brite amzn.to/2LAhdlq
Parts:
🔹Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe amzn.to/2Z3OEQE
🔹GM Coolant/ Antifreeze amzn.to/3p9Xoiy
🔹Thermostat Housing amzn.to/3rDLX4j - Авто та транспорт
Thank you for this. I watched a couple of other videos and you were the only one that mentioned the need to replace the throttle body heater inlet pipe. Definitely can’t miss this step. Cheers!
You're welcome!
@@OneTrickTech Yes, i agree, that tube was so brittle!
Need help mos that part please
My voice text is off the top piece on thermostat housing that Clips tight with that plastic plant is there anyway I can buy one of those parts new
In this video I like how it gives the step by step in order for someone like me could fix it that is great. So far all the videos I watch of how to fix my car this one is right for me step by step again thank you One Trick Tech.
You're welcome!
Man I didn’t replace this part when I did that on my girls car. Just ordered the part I need to stop the leaking!! Thanks!
only video i found that mentioned throttle body heater inlet pipe, mine broke and couldn't figure out what it was called, let alone why it led into air intake... GREAT video! THANK-YOU!!
Those lines get very brittle and break easily. A 5/8" to 5/16" reducer can be used if it breaks. Replace the original line with rubber line.
Great help thanks
Nice work
Hola gracias por tu vidéo mi hermano
Thank you for posting this. It took me a bit longer working in a garage in about 10 F degree weather but got it done. I now have a leak with the little metal tube that runs to the water pump. I think I moved it around too much when I was pulling the housing out.
Could be just the gasket between the tube and the thermostat! Glad you found it helping thanks!
@@OneTrickTech Thank you for the response.
These guys on UA-cam, like to exaggerate their abilities.
saved me time and money, how can we support you?
www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VHQXTYNPFSX6J
Thanks for the video. Are you concerned about greasing the gasket? How do you determine if it doesn't have a chemical reaction and eat away at the rubber? Specific grease to use? I've watched a few of these and your the only one I've seen grease so wanted to ask before I do mine. Thanks again.
Hey there, I use silicone grease, (its the same grease that goes on the guide pins for your brakes), that's just my habits when dealing with any rubber gaskets or O-rings. I tend to apply a small amount of grease so they go in nice and easy. I haven't had any issues with chemical reactions so it's safe to do.
You're welcome for the video glad you found it helpful!
Great video,,, did you have to burb the system after you added antifreeze, or did it work as it should !! Thanks ahead of time!!
yes just a simple burb process, wait for operating temperature then put the heat on max and rev the engine to 2k rpm for about 5min and you should be good
Is it the Same for the 1.7l 110hp?
Since this video was made, it is now possible to purchase the thermostat housing separately. I grabbed one from eBay.
AutoZone and O'Reilly's sells the housing separate also.
Great video man. Two questions though. Do we need to replace the inlet tube too? And what kind of grease do we use for those o rings?
I highly suggests to replace the inlet tube, because it attaches to the thermostat housing and that's where it usually breaks, inside the housing. They're both plastic parts so they will eventually break after many heat cycles. For the grease I use clear silicone grease ( the one for the brake guide pins) or you can even use some dielectric grease. Hope that helps!
@@OneTrickTech Thanks man!
@@OneTrickTechhow do we get the inlet tip out if it broke in the housing
Can I use any hose and clamps for the upper hose that becomes brittle?
No. Use the OEM hose (ac delco) they sell it on amazon. It's going to be a perfect fit and you won't have to worry about future leaks. Any other hose won't guarantee a perfect seal and it might leak. Save yourself the headache. Hope that helps!
Gracias por tu apoyo. Que le pusiste al junta de platico ? Cambie la toma de agua por una de metal y por un tiempo no tuve fugas despues continuo una pequeña fuga ya no se que hacer ,me podrías apoyar con ese paso , gracias
if the gaskets are new , try to put some black gasket maker it will help seal amzn.to/3ODBjc2
Si las juntas son nuevas, intente colocar un fabricante de juntas negro que ayudará a sellar. amzn.to/3ODBjc2
Does this work for a 2015 1.4l Chevy sonic turbo? I just ordered this part waiting on it to get here.. but I don’t have the sensor ontop my outlet hose like this one does.
Its a different part for the 1.4L turbo, but the concept is the same. Its a plastic housing with a few hoses attached to it, getting to it will be a different procedure.
90 minutes is not enough time for the first timer! Maybe that pro mechanic with the correct tools, parts, and knowledge.
Question: do you have to replace the inlet tube when replacing a housing or is it for this scenario because the reasoning for my leak is their was a hairline crack on the foundation to the housing in this necessary for my situation?
I highly suggest you replace the inlet tube because its just as old as the thermostat housing and its only a matter of time until it cracks. Replace both so you wont have to go back.
Do you think it’s all working great even if my throttle body heater inlet hose is twisted?
And its always leaking
Sure was not the pipe leaking? Great video mate. I purchase new pipe from China and housing. The pipe feel very hard. I purchase them in 2019. But going thru too much water now. I have to do the job. Annoyed as the same leak was repair under warranty in 2018 and in 2019 the leak was back, but only very little. I going do it today, cheers Graham
the pipe breaks off in the housing so it looks like only the is leaking. Good luck on the repairs. Thanks for the comment!
@@OneTrickTech thx mate. Funny those trox female socket r like $40 from auto parts store, here in Australia. U got buy a set. Just have to 3 days as I got them online for under $19
Why dose mine build up with a lot of pressure it's like the thermostat isn't opening up I've replaced two new ones still the same ?
What cleaner did you use after the scotch brite? Hope you could reply still. Thanks.
just regular brake cleaner
My new throttle body inlet hose where it plugs into the housing, after putting the clip on, still moves up and down a bit? Not sure whats going on here im relictant to test it because im sure it shouldent be so loose
make sure you lube the o-ring and press down. You need to apply a bit of pressure so the o-ring can sit all the way down. remove the clip and try again
12:49 the inlet tube/ opening that is not being used is where I have my leak coming from. Just watch out for that, I would verify that it is sealed before installing. Replaced mine with the full metal housing and they have the same inlet/outlet hole that is supposedly sealed
You said there's two temperature sensors. I think the one nearer the rear of the engine bay is the sensor. The one nearer the front or radiator is a heater that controls the thermostat position.
yes exactly. I was wrong. Thanks for that!
Where can I get the inlet tube ring at? Trying to look online but can't find it
you want the o-ring only or the whole inlet tube assembly? For the inlet tube I have a link the comment section and video description. If you cant get it from amazon, trying finding it somewhere else by using the part number. If you need just the o-ring, its going to be to find the exact replacement for it, you will need to just replace the o-ring with universal o-ring kit and trying to find a size that fits. Hope that helps!
What hoses attach to the thermostat2013
Hose part number is in video description
What are the torque specs for the bolts on the housing?
71in/lbs I believe
After replacing my housing the car would not engage into any gear. Reverse, drive or neutral...any ideas?
@Albert Crayton There is a shift cable below the thermostat housing. Make sure it's not damaged or the connector is unplugged. It's the only thing I could think of that you cause that kind of problem. Here's picture to help you out.
www.cruzetalk.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=1920,fit=scale-down/www.cruzetalk.com/attachments/shifter_cable_end_180-jpg.284190/
Parts & Tools Link Below !
Tools:
🔸Basic Socket Set amzn.to/3aUtPwk
🔸Cordless Ratchet amzn.to/3tCIpRI
🔸E Socket Set (Female Torx) amzn.to/3tIA7Yu
🔸Long Nose Pliers amzn.to/3cV9lq0
🔸PB Blaster (Penetrating Fluid) amzn.to/3a3ra4q
🔸Red Scotch-Brite amzn.to/2LAhdlq
Parts:
🔹Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe amzn.to/2Z3OEQE
🔹GM Coolant/ Antifreeze amzn.to/3p9Xoiy
🔹Thermostat Housing amzn.to/3rDLX4j
I have a Sonic Chevrolet boiling water in my neck with code 89, which is why I should reply
Where did you bought the throttle body heater pipe
amazon. link in video description
What will happen if i don't change it? Can i just keep adding the coolant when leaked?
@Z.JIAN LI You could but the problem is that you wont have heat during the winter since there is always going to be the loss of pressure.
My mechanic changed this twice with a housing that is all aluminum made in Asia. It works for a month or so & then it leaks again, same spot as b4 with the original GM housing. I noticed the original one is made of plastic. I read that the aluminum one will last longer, so we went with it. My original GM plastic housing leaked & eventually cracked. I would think that if the part was defective it may happen once, but not twice. He charged me $310 for the work & it still leaks. Could it be leaking from another part near the housing & seem like it is leaking from the housing itself. Any suggestion?
Did he replaced the coolant pipe that goes on top of the housing (like in the video)?
@@OneTrickTech yes
I highly suggested to get the system pressure tested to see where exactly the leak is coming from instead of changing more parts.
@@OneTrickTech Thanks
The silver metal tube that connects to the housing I notice mine has RTV gasket maker. Do I have to apply the RTV on the metal tube ? That’s where my leak is .
which silver metal tube? you shouldn't have to put RTV gasket on it if there is O-rings.
@@OneTrickTech the tube comes out from behind the manifold and connects below a rubber hose
@@robertpriddy1808 oh okay I see, yea you can add a bit of black rrtv to the o-ring. Its hard to find the exact replacement o-ring for the hose. So yea add some RTV it will help seal!
@@OneTrickTech right on thank you for the advice
Is it important to drain the system of coolant first?
No need to! Just refill when finished with the job.
Thanks bro!
How much is the hose for thermstat housing
around 60$. Link is in the video description
Could anyone help me out.. the redundant outlet on the bottom with the metal retaining clip? mine is leaking... is there an o-ring inside? Reluctant to dissasemble without knowing prior as its a slow leak but would like to get it sorted, thanks
which hose exactly are you talking about?
@OneTrickTech at timestamp 12:46 it is the port that is facing you directly with the metal clip sticking outthe side
@@beerustheblack2846 I see, you might have a small crack in the housing itself since there is no o-rings inside of that
Do you have to change the throttle body heater inlet pipe
Most of the time yes. Where it attaches to the thermostat housing, it breaks inside of it, so you have to change both.
@@OneTrickTech thanks
Is your ratchet head one piece ??? I am in deep trouble. Couple of days ago, I installed this whole thermostat housing. Next day, I found, coolant was leaking. I did not know what to do. So I tightened the bolt so much that I broke one, half (the threaded piece) is still in there. I took it to a mechanic; he said, the unit was faulty. I got a new replacement unit. Now, I am trying to remove all the 6 bolts, 4 I am able to but 2 (one that broke) and one underneath (the one you are removing @10:07) I am not able to do. any suggestion ?? Thank you!!
how did it break? is the head broken on it or its broken in the cylinder head?
@@OneTrickTech I torqued it too much. The threaded portion is still screwed inside but the bolt head came out and it is in my hand.........It is a serious issue. I need to see a mechanic. Thank you
I just changed everything out housing thermostat housing and new thermostat and everything but now it won’t blow in heat
You might still have a leak since you need the system to build pressure to have heat. Or you have a big air bubble, open the bleeder screw on the top left of the radiator (use a Philips head screwdriver). Rev the engine at 2000rpm for a few minutes until a bit of coolant comes out the bleeder. make sure to top of coolant ads you're doing that. Hope that helps!
@@OneTrickTech I got it thanks so much for the help
I did everything the same, but my fan is blowing more than usual. I think there is Air inside? So I opened the bleeder hole a bit so the air can come out. The Ac works fine again, but the heater is ok. The other day the ac or heater wasn't working. Any ideas?
Does the fan turn on high speed as soon as you start the car? If yes, that means you're probably missing coolant.
1.Make sure you top off the coolant then close the cap.
2. Rev the engine to about 2200 Rpm for a minute to force the coolant to move through the system. Open the bleeder until some coolant drips out then close it back.
3. Once you're temp gauge reaches operating temperature, check the coolant level again and top it off.
4. Once the coolant is topped off the the gauge is steady, turn on the heater and you should have heat.
If you don't have heat, that means you have a coolant leak somewhere that's causing you to loose pressure. Even the smallest leak will cause you to have no heat. Make sure you connected all the hoses right and that you don't see any coolant dripping anywhere.
The ac not working is unrelated I think. I think it needs information from the engine coolant temperature sensor but I'm not sure on the exact operation.
Hope that helps! Let me know!
@@OneTrickTech No its still acting up. Ac blows warm and heater is not too hot but works. Fans still blowing more then usual. After turning off the car the fan is still spinning to cool the car down.
Im thinking you have a big air bubble in the system, since the heater is not hot enough and fans still blowing.
@@OneTrickTech oh ok how do I fix that?
open the bleeder screw vent and revving the engine at 2.5k rpm for 2-3 minutes. top off the reservoir as you go always making sure its full. do this until the fan comes on and off on its own.
do you need a chordless ratchet? or could you get it done with a socket wrench?
yea that's no problem, cordless ratchet is just faster.
And did you use an extension for the front bottom two bolts?
@@AP12396 yes
Thanks for your help. One more question I promise. It looks like the two back heater hoses are opposite on my 2012 cruze, with the bottom going to the coolant res. Is this possible?
they should both go to the heater core. there's on that go to the reservoir but its on the throttle body
On step 15 my tube leaks, and idk what's happening
There is a O-ring at the end of the tube. It's hard to find the exact replacement for it. It leaked for me too so I just added a small amount of black gasket maker and let it dry so it wouldn't leak anymore. The O-ring is tucked in at the end of the tube, its hard to see it because it looks like its part of the tube. You can take it out with a pick, if you have a replacement for it. Hope that helps!
I replaced everything except the housing I replaced the thermostat only but not the housing and I have a coolant leak still so do you think it's the housing?
yes i would replace the housing and the pipe, they could have a small crack which is causing the leak
@@OneTrickTech thanks what pipe?
the one i replaced in the video, it attaches on top of the housing and goes all the way to the throttle body.@@empowered3206
@@OneTrickTech ok we did that one so it has to be the housing thank u
i did everything right but when i put the ac on cold after a minute it start to go 100 degree and the fan start spinning fast
Are you overheating? Check engine flashing?
There is another o-ring at the throttle body, where the vent line hose from the reservoir connects. Replace that while you're in there. Both o-rings are 5/16, a kit of 4 is $10.
If you’re only doing that one hose, there’s a clamp on the other end that’s it. No O-ring.
@@USA-GreedyMenOfNoIntegrity there is at the throttle body. You'll find it when it leaks. O-ring for fuel systems are more durable.
Original served 12 years, I'll replace with GM Genuine and forget about it. Well worth the $90. This engine is still perfect and untouched at 95k. Why compromise? New cars are dreadfully priced and loaded with potential new tech problems.
Also replace those cheap factory clamps with worm drive stainless steel clamps
If the plastic piece breaks off, it will do more than cause you to lose heat in the winter you’ll lose all your coolant.
My inlet tube does not come out that easily. Looks like yours has some glue
If you're not replacing it , spray some penetrating fluid and wiggle back had forth as you're pulling up to get passed the o-ring,
@@OneTrickTech it did the trick. thanks a million. I thought it was gonna snap but the lube helped.
Just changed this garbage part for the 2nd time in 4 years, the PCM does not need to be removed unless you must use an impact ratchet. The E10 socket is a bit to bulky to get in there on a 3/8 ratchet, but an 8mm deep well socket 1/4 dr ratchet is perfect to access the bottom bolts. I do not like to remove unnecessary items which risks creating additional problems. The cam position sensor doesnt need unplugged either. Just my 2 cents otherwise a good how to video for a DIY.
I honestly can’t understand for the life of my why the manufacture would put plastic parts that directly regulates the cooling of your engine! This problem with this car is so common and why is this not grounds for a nation wide recall on this vehicle? I own that same car and had mine replaced with an aftermarket aluminum Thermostat Housing. This can obviously withstand the heat cycles that your car will under go when you operate the vehicle. Get it together Chevy , shame on you for using cheap plastic parts and endangering the lives of consumers!
Looks like somebody or Jerry Rigged the throttle body tube with silicone.
Hoses are obviously failing. Replace them.
this is for a 1.8l, not a 1.4l
Yep not smart to add another plastic one
BRuuuuuhh.. $50 at Rockauto !?!??!.. I spent $83.00 + tax at Oreilleys !!. 🤦🏻🤦🏻