Coolant Temperature Sensor - 2006-2013 3.5L Chevy Impala (P0117, P1258)

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  • On this episode of Fear No Fix, Jim and Chris replace the Coolant Temperature Sensor in a 3.5L Chevrolet Impala (model years 2006-2013*).
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    DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) associated with this fix:
    • P0117
    • P1258
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    2014-2016 Impalas - Police/Fleet/Rental vehicles only
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  • @ryansaamanen1883
    @ryansaamanen1883 5 років тому +29

    Had to do this on my wife’s car this evening. This was the first video I clicked on and it was phenomenal!! Easy to follow and understand. I liked the tool list at the beginning. Had to borrow a 19mm gear wrench from a friend. Great job guys!

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому +2

      The gear wrench makes life so much easier!

  • @kifrvmeproductions334
    @kifrvmeproductions334 11 місяців тому +6

    I did this on my impala with just a short ratchet 19mm. its awkward but you can reach in and get in the sensor without taking any of that off. It saves so much time and effort. Literally all i used was the one 19 mm and didn't have to take anything besides the sensor out.

    • @TheLogancoats
      @TheLogancoats Місяць тому

      thanks for this comment, just did it in my driveway in 10 mins

  • @thomascheek5321
    @thomascheek5321 Рік тому +1

    All the wise guys in comments saying how it can be done with less part disconnect and removal, what they don't understand is you can't show the part and process in a video without the process. After seeing it done, I know where it's located and can do it the "simple" way. Great upload, appreciate your time.

  • @l.s4192
    @l.s4192 4 роки тому +15

    This was incredibly helpful! I have a 2010 Impala Lt, and had the check engine light on for the past 5 months! I’ve spent over 700+ dollars at the mechanics shop but still got the same code “engine hot ac off”. I followed this video step by step and was fortunate enough to replace the coolant sensor and get the check engine light off. Thanks guys!

    • @LH81633
      @LH81633 4 роки тому +2

      Fernando Almeida check for frade wire at temp sensor!! If ok change thermostat!!

    • @skyennis8745
      @skyennis8745 3 роки тому +1

      I spend 3 grand finding a 80$ problem thing is runs way better

    • @redred7136
      @redred7136 Рік тому +2

      Man that’s messed up! That’s why I work on my own cars!

  • @ajw148
    @ajw148 3 роки тому

    Knocked this out today as well. Today about 45 minutes and that shortcut was very helpful. thanks for the video.

  • @icezebra77
    @icezebra77 3 роки тому +4

    I did this job today on my wife's 2009 Impala. About $20 for the part from NAPA, almost $15 for a 19mm ratchet wrench from Home Depot (ONLY one i could find in my area today!) and about $13 for a jug of coolant. MUCH cheaper than taking it to a mechanic! I did everything you did except disconnect the coolant hoses. I found when I loosened the two 10mm nuts just below the throttle body that I was able to just slide the bracket out of the way and get my ratchet wrench on the sensor. AWESOME video, you saved me a lot of money!

    • @PaulStringini
      @PaulStringini 8 місяців тому +1

      That's encouraging because the hoses on my care are stuck.

    • @KeithCrawford-ok9ol
      @KeithCrawford-ok9ol Місяць тому

      Irritating as hell😂 I just threw it back together. Waited 3 minutes of idling and blowing hot air out then the temperature gauge fix itself. Is that a different sign of a different problem?

  • @AndTecks
    @AndTecks 4 роки тому +11

    My god things that should be simple quick fixes are a pain in the ass on 2000's chevys

    • @jdhitc
      @jdhitc 4 роки тому +4

      Lol, one of the easiest cars Ive had to work on

    • @jamesc.5327
      @jamesc.5327 4 роки тому +2

      @@jdhitc exactly what I was thinking lol

    • @jamirianspencer2838
      @jamirianspencer2838 Місяць тому +1

      Tell me about it I have a 5.3

  • @NSWvet83
    @NSWvet83 4 роки тому +16

    I watched a guy just take off the engine mount you went around and do that without removing anything but the mount. Excellent video though.

    • @bigmike1719
      @bigmike1719 4 роки тому +4

      I see why other video guy did the mount that way not messing with air in the heater core lines and mess with all that

    • @rwieber79
      @rwieber79 3 роки тому +4

      To me taking the mount off is much faster and easier. Not to mention cheaper so you don't have to refill all of the coolant, just top it off after your finished. Plus like someone else said don't have to worry about air in heater lines.

    • @sethopper8373
      @sethopper8373 3 роки тому +1

      Just did a 2009 impala temp sensor and I took the mount off as well. After watching this I see that taking the mount off was not only quicker but a much cleaner way

    • @TheLogancoats
      @TheLogancoats Місяць тому +1

      if you have a ratcheting 19mil you can just come in from the back without removing anything...

  • @andrewthomas6221
    @andrewthomas6221 4 роки тому +14

    There's never enough beer :'(

  • @extracelestial9941
    @extracelestial9941 3 роки тому +3

    Very informative, love learning new things even when I was looking for something specific. Hopefully be able to get heat again. 😇

  • @christophercollins6860
    @christophercollins6860 4 роки тому +2

    Great vid, I'm doing this fix as soon as I get home,thanks again

  • @devonhansen1831
    @devonhansen1831 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the great instruction. I appreciate the good setup.

  • @brooklynwarrick1438
    @brooklynwarrick1438 5 років тому +2

    excellent video. great info and demonstration

  • @antoniomcgriff1539
    @antoniomcgriff1539 Рік тому

    I follow the steps and it works 💪.. thanks the both of you

  • @crypticworld7400
    @crypticworld7400 2 роки тому

    If you're patient and have alot of beer 🤣🤣🤣 man I felt that!!! Awesome!!! Great video! Thank you!

  • @garonnlenoir1748
    @garonnlenoir1748 3 роки тому +5

    VVT 2012 and up the sensor is right up front under that aluminum covered wire setting above the manifold

  • @zaneschaefer5944
    @zaneschaefer5944 5 років тому +8

    Might want to do an update Video. Was going to follow your video until I discovered a much easier way; don't have to drain coolant or remove any lines. You can actually remove the engine lift bracket (3 bolts) near the sensor to gain perfect access to the sensor. Remove "dog bone" engine support between bracket and front support. Next remove 3 bolts securing lift bracket to engine. 2 bolts come out easily, the third bolt will come out with the bracket (as there is not enough clearance due to the exhaust x-over tube). Before removing the sensor, remove the coolant fill cap and connect a shop vac (with filter removed) to filler neck. Turn vac on and remove the sensor (vacuum will keep coolant from coming out of sensor port) and install the new one. Put everything back together and top off the coolant (as some will get sucked into the shop vac).

    • @SCO1030
      @SCO1030 Рік тому

      Hey. If you have an easier way, do you think you can post this video? I plan on doing this job this weekend. Thanks

  • @lochinvar00465
    @lochinvar00465 6 років тому +2

    Just did this. Removed MAF sensor with rubber hose did not disconnect. Removed air filter. Detached heater hoses but did not remove.Just moved them out of the way. Removed heat shield(losing two of the bolts darn it) Lost about a cup of coolant during swap. Used 3/4" sparkplug socket with 19mm ratcheting wrench. Came in from the top. Turned car on (didn't start)after fix but it still had the error and malfunctioning temp gauge. Pulled negative battery terminal, waited about ten minutes, hooked it back up. Started car and it looks good to go.
    BTW: there is insufficient clearance around the sensor for the 19mm ratchet, that's why I used the socket.
    Anyway, thanks for the instructions, it really helped.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  6 років тому

      It's real tight around there for sure, we wanted to use a crowfoot but it wouldn't fit.

  • @bleh2590
    @bleh2590 5 місяців тому

    You guys are absolute geniuses

  • @derrickcarrington2378
    @derrickcarrington2378 5 років тому +4

    Yeah. My ratcheting wrench couldn’t grab onto that sensor. I finally removed the exhaust cross tube and used a 19mm deep socket. It saved a lot of time, not to mention I was worried about rounding the corners on the sensor. My Chevy is an 07 and I had no problems getting the cross tube off.

    • @dloc6198
      @dloc6198 4 роки тому

      Was it easy to take the cross member pipe off? I was trying to do this the other day(I have a 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo)and getting that sensor off was a bitch. If its easy I'm going to try your method.

  • @jimb2868
    @jimb2868 Рік тому +1

    I just watched a guy change his ETC sensor in less than 5 min`s one wrench 19mm and he removed nothing at all. He came in from the back with a ratchet 19mm wrench removed in about 2 min`s and installed the new one 5 min job done.

  • @BriBri256
    @BriBri256 5 років тому +20

    get your foot off my car 😂 great video b/c just about everything with these cars are basically replacing sensors

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому +1

      No respect!

    • @BriBri256
      @BriBri256 5 років тому +5

      @@LemurMonitors 😂 i thought that was funny,,,,,sorry 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @makeaway6430
      @makeaway6430 4 роки тому +6

      I promise you the sensors on these cars are garbage

    • @CHUCKIEBANDZ
      @CHUCKIEBANDZ 3 роки тому

      I came to the comments just so i could comment about that part🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @thomascheek5321
      @thomascheek5321 Рік тому

      ​@@LemurMonitors of course liberal Joe thought it was funny. I thought the same thing when I saw his boot up there

  • @whoami7566
    @whoami7566 3 роки тому +1

    "just another excuse to buy a tool" yup these guys are where it's at! I'm in! haha

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      Sometimes you buy the wrong one, then you get to buy another one too

  • @HATTAFRASHED
    @HATTAFRASHED 4 роки тому

    thanks for your efforts
    impala 2012
    no blown fuse all relays good
    fans not work
    good ect
    only with scan tool using active test
    please tell me about the problem

  • @Kimbeattie
    @Kimbeattie 4 роки тому

    Great video thanks for this

  • @ziauddinnazi3558
    @ziauddinnazi3558 4 роки тому +1

    Great video nice job

  • @jahdel23
    @jahdel23 2 роки тому

    Great video! 👍

  • @randybrill5071
    @randybrill5071 Рік тому

    Shops show this to be a easy job, in a short time. I know this is a video that can be turned off to move to the next part. But shops charge an arm and a leg to do this. I have turned wrench’s all my life so I know how they put the screws to people. Good video guys.

  • @brucegarrett7232
    @brucegarrett7232 2 роки тому

    Good video. Information is straight forward and not bogged down with jibber jabber easy to get to the problem. Good tip on manifold bypass. Thanks for a well done video.

  • @dojuanbrown6665
    @dojuanbrown6665 6 років тому +2

    My cold hot gauge stopped working then it started back but the car didn’t overheat. Is this a sign that I need to replace the temp sensor or should I replace the cluster?

  • @salvadorflores9739
    @salvadorflores9739 5 років тому

    gracias
    por esa razon no hay aire caliente

  • @ticesine6589
    @ticesine6589 5 років тому +1

    What kind if coolant was that prestone dexcool i saw that much i have a 2006 impala 3.5 and wondering what one is best the car has 259k on it

  • @kgeimansr
    @kgeimansr 3 роки тому +1

    If you remove the engine mount bracket you can get to it with out pulling all.those lower parts... saves lots of time

  • @sharonclimons2455
    @sharonclimons2455 Рік тому

    We changed the PO442 in it and now it’s running hot

  • @jeanlarraga608
    @jeanlarraga608 5 років тому +7

    I just replaced the Temperature sensor about 1-2 weeks ago. This morning on my way to work the temperature gauge stayed at the bottom, just as before when replacing the sensor. Checked the coolant level in the engine cap and it hasn’t dropped. Do you think I might have to replace the thermostat, different sensor, or a fan?

    • @friendbesto_corey
      @friendbesto_corey 5 років тому +3

      Jean larraga What did you end up doing? I’m thinking my thermostat is stuck open. Heater works fine. Temperature gauge reads all the way cold. Engine isn’t hot. Coolant levels are fine.

  • @ahmedkamara7640
    @ahmedkamara7640 4 роки тому +1

    I have a 2012 Chevy Impala LT with a 3.6L 6 Engine and saw another video with the sensor in the front and it matched my layout. Although after changing said sensor the fans still won’t start (they do start when I remove the sensor so I know the fan isn’t the problem) and it’s a new sensor so it can’t be that either. Stuck.

  • @soverien41
    @soverien41 3 роки тому

    First my car has 157,460 all oem equipment. In my case this was just a long line of problems with my coolant system. The car was getting heat when accelerating but none at idle. Ran coolant cleaner through the system. Replaced the radiator cap, and thermostat. Did a thorough flush it gets really cold where I live so I use straight orange dexcool. Was still having the problem but now it was wanting to overheat. I replaced the water pump the bearing was bad. I got the dash message this is when I replaced the sensor in this video. Still got the message even after disconnecting battery once it got up to temp came right back on. So just an FYI if you replace this sensor and are still getting the engine hot AC/off message I have the answer. BTW the heat core and radiator are both in good order and the belt was already replaced when I did the alternator. The wire going across the top of the motor it's protective cable jacket was completely deteriorated and the insulation was melted in a couple spots so the wires were making ground on the engine. Making the sensor seem like it was still bad. They make a woven fiberglass that's impregnated with high temp silicone. I made a sleeve and ran new wires problem fixed.

  • @boosted_donkey
    @boosted_donkey 3 роки тому +2

    Was this Murr before impractical jokers?

  • @natestevens499
    @natestevens499 Рік тому +1

    EASIEST WAY TO GET TO SENSOR IS REMOVING DRIVER SIDE FRONT TORQUE STRUT ENGINE MOUNT

  • @mobes329
    @mobes329 5 років тому +2

    Beer is a great tool! LOL!

  • @ReR7474
    @ReR7474 Рік тому

    I hate UA-cam algo! This video was not showing up on the search results after many try’s!!

  • @bat-21
    @bat-21 4 роки тому

    Just went and did the air bleed procedure because I bought a 2006 Monte Carlo 3.5L and it would get heat if you went up a big hill or a extended drive like an interstate..had looked up the heater core lacked coolant so was going to disconnect the heater hoses and "flush" it..i saw your video..followed the refill process step by step and heater works perfectly.. Apparently whoever had it before me had something replaced I'm guessing and did a poor job of bleeding air out of the system

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому +1

      Nothing better than when you're gearing up to do a job and it turns out to be something simple

  • @aku2dimensional
    @aku2dimensional 5 років тому +1

    I have to say, the 2011 - 2013 Impala regardless of trim all received a 3.6L V6 and an engine bay update. While a 3.5 and a 3.6 GM V6 are nearly the same block the components that connect to them may be fairly similar but may also not be correct to this 3.5L shown. As a matter of fact, other models such as the Traverse had shared this motor in those years. If my memory is correct the 14-16 Impala Limited had the 3.6L carried over. However PPV, fleet, or rental may have had the 3.5L or other older motors throughout the mentioned years like the larger 3.9L.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому

      Hello!
      The 2011-2013 mentioned in the description does apply to the fleet options, the 3.6 will have a different layout

    • @aku2dimensional
      @aku2dimensional 5 років тому

      Wanted to get that out there, many do not know of that change including the dealer.

    • @s7uidz
      @s7uidz 5 років тому

      I own the 3.5 v6, also a 3.8 series 2. SOHC with one timing chain, the 3.6 has VVT and DOHC so yeah different engines. the 3500 is more like the 3400 it was based on the 3100.

  • @jamesc.5327
    @jamesc.5327 4 роки тому

    Great video- will probably be doing this later. Need to make sure that's the issue, but you have a new sub- great quality video.
    My only issue is your guest either talks very quietly or he doesnt have a mic on, the smaller guy.

    • @LH81633
      @LH81633 4 роки тому

      Cody Andrew stat with thermostat!!! Then check for frade wire at temp sensor pigtail if all good change temp sensor

    • @jamesc.5327
      @jamesc.5327 4 роки тому

      @@LH81633 Thank you. Great advice.

  • @joseduranjr3152
    @joseduranjr3152 3 роки тому

    How do I remove the air in my coolant lines for my 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette with the 3.4 PFI engine?

  • @robertdiaz9297
    @robertdiaz9297 5 місяців тому

    The fans in my 07 impala are not working. I connected them directly to the battery and they work. All fuses are good. Will replacing my temp sensor fix this issue

  • @bombs2158
    @bombs2158 4 роки тому

    Blue driver shirts are actually fire! Please tell me I can buy one!

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому +1

      We only have like three :(
      New product line??

  • @dz7786
    @dz7786 4 роки тому +16

    Just did this in literally 5 minutes with a half of a closed end wrench and removed not a thing😂

    • @nandrews8412
      @nandrews8412 Рік тому

      They would not be able to charge 2k for 12 hrs of fookin around otherwise.

  • @samanthagonzalez9216
    @samanthagonzalez9216 2 роки тому

    My impala 2p13 temp gauges stay normal and drives fine, doesn't go past the middle line on temperature gage in dash but when I shut it off it leaks coolant as if it were overheated. It doesn't leak while its parked just as soon as you shut it off. After putting coolant back in it it doesn't leak. Not sure why it's only spilling out right after you shut it off.

  • @hectoresandoval8495
    @hectoresandoval8495 2 роки тому

    I just a changed mine, but the cooling fan still won’t come on. Any suggestions of how to fix it or what can cause it, cause they come on when I take the clip off

  • @staceym771
    @staceym771 2 місяці тому

    My impala doesn’t have the radiator cap like this. It just has the overflow type bottle. Is my sensor going to be in the same place as the car in the vide?o

  • @hybridramper-futurearmy1160
    @hybridramper-futurearmy1160 3 роки тому

    Can someone please tell me what's the name of that black line at 8:48 it's connected to the mass air flow housing

  • @andrewbellew1968
    @andrewbellew1968 Рік тому

    I did it in 10 minutes and didn't have to remove the exhaust it the cross over pipe. I loosened the bolts for the cross over pipe to gain access to the two upper bolts for the bracket that supports the the engine mount, remove the engine mount out of the way and use a hammer to knock the bracket forward, pivoting on the 3rd lower bolt the get an angled closed end 19 and you take it out and in in 5 minutes

  • @rickmjr9569
    @rickmjr9569 4 роки тому

    Dexcool Coolant has shown to have corrosion properties much higher than those other 50/50 coolants. Personally, the coolant itself doesnt look great, Dexcool coolant that is. I switched to Zerex, its amazing stuff, just coolant yes, but quality fluid. Dont cheap out on this stuff you guys, coolant is comparable to water to a human, also since 50/50 mixture is running through engine coolant valves (Small opennings that go through the engine to keep it cool), these small opennings can become clogged with debris and more importantly, rust. Cheap Coolant will certainly contribute to those two factors, plus the extra wear and tear on other coolant delivery components. Hope that helps those looking to have a healthy car 😃

  • @decksaleen8923
    @decksaleen8923 4 роки тому

    Any video about mustang 6cyl 2006 ?

  • @anthonymedina4234
    @anthonymedina4234 4 роки тому +1

    Do u have a videos on how to replace valve cover gaskets on a 08 chevy impala 3.5 lt

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому

      Not yet, but good idea next time we get the Impala out of storage!

  • @bigmike1719
    @bigmike1719 4 роки тому

    My 2008 most of the time AC runs and does great some days then others it cuts off blows hot then kicks back on starts blowing cold..Some days its a pain does that all day next day never does it ..what are your thoughts or ideas??

    • @Avenvk
      @Avenvk 4 роки тому

      Change the thermostat sensor.

  • @kingdoctrucker
    @kingdoctrucker 6 років тому

    Does this work on all vehicles. And thanks for this video. Worked on our impala.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  6 років тому

      Hello!
      We're happy we could help!
      If you're referring to the BlueDriver it will read/clear check engine light codes for everything OBDII compatible (96+) and you can check enhanced code support at www.bluedriver.com/questions#block-faq

  • @KeithCrawford-ok9ol
    @KeithCrawford-ok9ol Місяць тому

    How did any of Y'all end up doing any of this. I couldn't get my 19 mm even on the thing I took the hoses off. I took the bracket off and I still couldn't manage to do it

  • @kc_cruzer3272
    @kc_cruzer3272 4 роки тому

    So I did what you said and turns out on the 2013 is actually right in the front of that engine.

  • @jeahbuzz
    @jeahbuzz 4 роки тому +4

    If the temperature goes up and down how do I know if it's a sensor the thermostat or fan blade cooling system I need help

    • @Anthony-gw8sx
      @Anthony-gw8sx 2 роки тому

      I’m having the same issues did you fix your car ?

    • @jeahbuzz
      @jeahbuzz 2 роки тому +1

      @@Anthony-gw8sx thus was a yr ago pham just got rid of it did notice it changed well mind of its on when I changed da alternator but still had problems sum it down to electrical problems

  • @webguy79
    @webguy79 6 років тому

    How much coolant do I need to replace once I drain the coolant from the radiator. Well one of those cans be enough? Thank you.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  6 років тому +1

      For both V6 models you're looking at 10.1 qts / 9.6L dex-cool for a full replacement
      A lot of the jugs you get at the store are 4qts/3.78L so you'll need three jugs of pre-mix or two jugs mixed 50/50 with water.

  • @izheeme
    @izheeme 4 роки тому +1

    Is this sensor in the same spot as a 2012? I looked at diagrams online via Google and it shows it being up front.

    • @dancingbam4240
      @dancingbam4240 3 роки тому +2

      2013. Mine n the front. Ion have to unhook nothing 😁

  • @ccontrera
    @ccontrera 5 років тому

    Hello, I have a 2004 Chevro Impala LS 3.8 engine, the problem is that it loses refrigerant by the intanke manifold on the right side in union with the throtle body, a paste is formed, a few months ago I changed the packings of the intake manifold,

    • @s7uidz
      @s7uidz 5 років тому

      EGR, Possible to block it off. 03 Impala 3.8 256k

  • @98167
    @98167 2 місяці тому

    thanks gents, I liked & subscribed. + I like your jabs at each other 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @Jparker61980
    @Jparker61980 5 місяців тому

    What about a deep well socket to remove the sensor?

  • @mrhamburger6936
    @mrhamburger6936 Рік тому +1

    Every time I work on these cars I get so stressed I get shingles

  • @Spankyblack69
    @Spankyblack69 4 роки тому

    Hey guy's. What does the Coolant Temperature Sensor do?

  • @user-ww8so4cv1m
    @user-ww8so4cv1m 4 роки тому +1

    عاشت ايدك

  • @Savage-bl5ky
    @Savage-bl5ky 3 роки тому

    I have a impala lt 2011 over heating and I just replaced thermostat and the temp sensor. What else can be causing the over Heat?

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      Easiest thing to first is bleed the system, any trapped air is going to hurt your cooling system efficiency (does the heater blow hot?)
      After that maybe something like the water pump?

  • @Revelation18-4
    @Revelation18-4 3 роки тому

    Just had temp sensor replaced on my 1998 Chevy Lumina LS 3.1 Coolant fan still not working. Fan only works continually when pigtail is unplugged from sensor. Replaced pcm, thermostat and flanges. Could bad sensor have been put in or sensor not put in right. Had this done at Belle Tire. A scan was run and these codes popped up. P0118 and P1115. Do you know what these are. Getting frustrated.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      Both mainly point at the coolant temp sensor - could be it was faulty or maybe non-OEM and just out of spec? It could also be the wiring itself - maybe see if you can trace back to the PCM harness and look for shorts/breaks?

  • @FiddlingCPA
    @FiddlingCPA 5 років тому

    What if the coolant has recently been changed? Pour the same coolant back in?

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому

      If it's real new and clean you could

  • @simplymeeh091
    @simplymeeh091 5 років тому

    I have a 03 impala the temperature gauge hose up and down sometime really close to over heating no engine light no over heating water pump changed ... and thermostat what could it be

    • @johntorres8759
      @johntorres8759 5 років тому

      I-drese Baskerville I’m assuming you flushed radiator ?

  • @gregbanter3022
    @gregbanter3022 4 роки тому

    I have a 2008 Chevy equinox 3.4 I replaced the sensor two days later engine hot AC off again does anybody know what else it could be

  • @mobilemike8500
    @mobilemike8500 4 роки тому

    Just saw this video you don't have to go through all this just relieve coolant pressure remove connector break off electrical part of coolant sensor use a long extension and 3/4 or 19 mm 3/8 wobble socket put the new sensor in quickly so you don't lose too much coolant and then install the new sensor and tighten it down with a double box 19 mm or 3/4 inch wrench about 6 in Long took me about 20 minutes

  • @deeshah6676
    @deeshah6676 3 роки тому

    Can you guys do a video on a 2008 impala Ac pressure switch replacement

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your request Dee! We will pass this along to our crew for consideration!

  • @brittanypastorius5528
    @brittanypastorius5528 5 років тому

    Would this method work on an 02 Chevy impala LS 3.8L? I can’t seem to find a video on that particular model year.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому +1

      You'll find it in a slightly different spot, same side of the car but just underneath/forward of the thermostat (look for the big rad hose in front of the throttle)

    • @brittanypastorius5528
      @brittanypastorius5528 5 років тому

      BlueDriver thank you!

    • @LH81633
      @LH81633 4 роки тому

      Brittany Pastorius all the same

  • @Dan-wh7ey
    @Dan-wh7ey 5 років тому

    Would the sensor not working cause no Heat ? I just replaced the thermostat. Still no heat.

    • @dolnick7
      @dolnick7 5 років тому +1

      Is it possible that you have an air bubble in the heater core? Raise the front of the car, turn the heat selector to full heat (you don't need the fan on) and run the engine with the fill cap off. Top off as necessary. If your model has a bleed valve crack that open for air bubble to escape. After a few minutes there should be no more air anywhere in the system. Best of luck.

  • @webguy79
    @webguy79 6 років тому

    The hose on my car a very stuck any tips on how to get them off thanks

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  6 років тому

      If you can get both hands on it squeeze hard an inch or two back and try to turn it. If that doesn't do it you could try to gently pry under the lip with something but be careful you don't tear or rip the hose

  • @smperl0c0
    @smperl0c0 5 років тому

    I can't find mine on a 12 Chevy traverse. Looked online and no info

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  5 років тому

      On the 3.6 try standing at the front and follow a line back along the engine from the oil filter

  • @skaterwig
    @skaterwig 3 роки тому

    been trying to remove mine in my 2010 impala but the gear wrench keeps slipping. i think i need to remove the heater pipe to use a socket

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому +2

      It's definitely not easy to get to - might be a good idea if in doubt, worst case you need to top up the coolant and bleed it slightly

  • @nescobarloplop4651
    @nescobarloplop4651 3 роки тому

    How do I know if my coolant needs to be drained or If it’s the sensor that needs replacing,? Also Can a puncture on my dex cool reserve tank be the cause for my Car Temperature to be off? Because my Ac stopped Blowing cold Air and Im not leaking any Thing by what I can see

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      Hello Nestor! Our mechanic research team did come back with the follow!
      Yes a puncture in the coolant tank can cause cooling issues as that would be a leak.
      a coolant leak shouldn't effect the A/C as that is a separate system. A/C probably has a leak or needs a recharge.
      they will have to test the sensor to see it its working properly
      the harness should have 5v on the power circuit and 0.10v or less on the ground circuit
      use a know good ground and test the each circuit separate as jumping both circuits together with a multimeter could fry the PCM.
      inspect the harness for corrosion, bent terminals or damage.
      to test the sensor you have to do a resistance check across its terminals:
      common temperatures to check at:
      at 0c it should be around 9420 ohms
      at 10°c 5670 ohms
      at 20°c 3520 ohms
      at 30°c 2238 ohms
      at 40°c 1459 ohms
      at 100°c 177 ohms
      at 110°c 132 ohms
      at 120°c 100 ohms
      at 130°c 77 ohms
      there are more but not typing them all out, the temperature ranges should do.
      if all is in spec the sensor is fine, if not they should replace the sensor and or repair the harness.

  • @carolanderson5509
    @carolanderson5509 3 роки тому

    So we replaced my thermostat and the sensor and the sensor warning light/code is still coming on. Any suggestions now or what might still wrong? Did the bleed worked for a week, code came back and heat dropped off again.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      If you bleed it again does it temporarily go back to normal? Maybe you have air getting in somewhere - how's the rad cap?

    • @carolanderson5509
      @carolanderson5509 3 роки тому

      @@LemurMonitors that was exactly what happened so I'm going to replace the cap today, re bleed it and try it again.

  • @CHUCKIEBANDZ
    @CHUCKIEBANDZ 3 роки тому +1

    "Get yo foot off my car" 🤣
    And then dude slammed that tool down on the hood i woulda lost my mind i gotta 2007 ltz and i need to know why my heat only blow hot while im driving at idle its cold and i smell something if it stays running

  • @adrianabreu485
    @adrianabreu485 3 роки тому +1

    This is the hard way to do it. It’s easier just to take the engine mount off. Much faster too.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      We have a tendency to do the hard repairs, more fun that way :)

  • @isrealperez9069
    @isrealperez9069 3 роки тому +2

    What causes ect to throw that code I have it on my 04xi

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому +2

      P0117 - usually the engine coolant temperature sensor, P1258 engine coolant thermostat or the radiator.

    • @isrealperez9069
      @isrealperez9069 3 роки тому

      @@LemurMonitors I have 1 last question p1093 and p1092 on my e46 bmw code ec and eb there's so many possibilities but these are the only clothes around trying to figure out my car don't have don't have any experience on fuel trim but I know the basics

  • @brandonrandall9898
    @brandonrandall9898 2 роки тому

    The last video I watched they didn’t have to take anything off to get to it.

  • @BlackPopeye44
    @BlackPopeye44 4 роки тому

    Is this the reason of the ENGINE HOT A/C OFF message? When you see no steam rising and you got coolant or no sounds of an over heated engine

    • @jazzyute6916
      @jazzyute6916 4 роки тому +1

      I had the same message then my check engine light came on. Took it to AutoZone and the message came up that it was this sensor. It sounds like you might have the same problem

    • @BlackPopeye44
      @BlackPopeye44 4 роки тому

      @@jazzyute6916 thank you

    • @Daniel.A95
      @Daniel.A95 4 роки тому +1

      I just recently bought a 2010 Chevy impala LT. Drove it for about 2 days then engine hot ac off came on. Replaced temperature sensor didn't fix the problem. Next day replaced thermostat and refilled and bleed system good. Still nothing scratched my head for awhile. I unplugged the harness for tempature sensor plugged in the old sensor. Touched the old sensor on the warm engine while running. Fans shut off and engine hot ac off went away. Was able to use air conditioning. So I'm assuming I got a faulty sensor. This will at least tell you if your wiring is messed up or you have a faulty sensor. Also was able to erase code that was permanently stored. Going to replace sensor again in the morning. To see if that fixes it all the way. Also dont forget to disconnect negative when you replace sensor or thermostat.
      Any questions feel free to send an email.
      Twistedclown79@gmail.com

  • @ThhjuniorYT
    @ThhjuniorYT 3 роки тому

    Will this make the fans not work

  • @lcooksr84
    @lcooksr84 4 роки тому

    Is it located in the same spot on a 07 impala ss?

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому

      Have a look under the plastic cover, on the left, just above the ignition coil/spark plug

  • @juanflores8586
    @juanflores8586 4 роки тому

    👍

  • @mjpthetrucker9485
    @mjpthetrucker9485 2 роки тому

    No bs the Haynes manual says to put Teflon tape on it before putting it on

  • @bigmike1719
    @bigmike1719 4 роки тому +2

    Does this affect the AC cutting on and off ??

    • @mimipace3186
      @mimipace3186 4 роки тому

      Yesss my car kept doing that when it got hot and said engine hot ac off and I went to get a diagnostic check at auto zone and it said this was the problem hopefully it will all be fixed when I have someone put it in

    • @bigmike1719
      @bigmike1719 4 роки тому

      But see mine never says engine hot AC off.Can turn it on head home from work stop at a light light blinks AC cuts off blows hot cuts back on look warm ..Get home go back out blows cold no issues..So I dunno

    • @raven1741
      @raven1741 Рік тому

      One cause of the AC cutting off could be the ambient air temperature sensor behind the front grille. GM part was $ 6.50 on amazon

  • @larryjohnson8697
    @larryjohnson8697 2 роки тому

    Door facing and trim

  • @wheresbud
    @wheresbud 3 роки тому

    This will solve my engine overheating issue correct?

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  3 роки тому

      its possible that the sensor is defective and the computer thinks the engine is over heating, but a over heating conditions is more then likely a coolant leak (Coolant hose, radiator, head gasket, cracked block etc....)

  • @donniecreasey7722
    @donniecreasey7722 4 роки тому

    Is the coolant temperature sensor the same as the thermostat or different because I’m getting different advise

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому

      Different - the sensor measures the temperature of the coolant, while the thermostat is a mechanical device that controls whether coolant is flowing through the engine or not.
      They can both however lead to the same or similar codes - a stuck thermostat could lead to unexpected coolant temps which could throw codes.

    • @donniecreasey7722
      @donniecreasey7722 4 роки тому

      Thank you so much this just started this morning and when I went to get lunch on my break the fans were running and the code was on my dash when I started the car ,as was the temperature gauge stuck on cold on my way back to work the fans cut off and my temperature gauge started working so where do you think I should start thermostat or the coolant gauge if you don’t mind please

    • @donniecreasey7722
      @donniecreasey7722 4 роки тому

      BlueDriver it seems to me the thermostat might be sticking but I’m not sure

    • @LH81633
      @LH81633 4 роки тому

      Difrent!!! Thermostat regulates the engine temp sensor sense!!! 4 step check fluid level check for frade wire at temp sensor if ok change thermostat if still not ok change temp sensor if still not ok change pump!!!

    • @LH81633
      @LH81633 4 роки тому

      Donnie Creasey if it over heats it’s stuck shut if it won’t reach temp is stuck open

  • @maliciousmagg0t
    @maliciousmagg0t Рік тому

    Question, when I move the clamps for the heater core the hoses are STUCK to the pipe. How do I unstick it without damaging the hose? Also, my clip that goes onto the sensor doesn’t click into place, it just goes in. Is that going to cause an issue? I don’t want to put new coolant in it just for it not to work again.

  • @user-sn7tl3no1c
    @user-sn7tl3no1c 4 роки тому

    On Impala with California emission, the secondary air injection check valve and bypass hose will be in the way; 19mm gear wrench method is no go. I have a 08 Impala that I have replaced most parts and I am sensing this coolant temperature sensor is up next very soon.

    • @LemurMonitors
      @LemurMonitors  4 роки тому

      Good call - this was a canadian model car so no secondary air pump.

  • @smschneider22110
    @smschneider22110 6 років тому +1

    I did this 9 months ago was fine but now it's doing it again.. another bad sensor!?

  • @kjvids268
    @kjvids268 2 роки тому

    Yo why Chris got this I wish a MF would look?? 😂😂