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Need How-to on changing the thermostat


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godaddy
11-24-2003, 11:22 AM
1996 Rodeo with 3.2 Liter v6. I can't even find the location of the silly thing. Probably because the last one I changed was on a '73 Old cutlass. Anywho, could someone guide me to the location and some detail on how to change it?

FYI - I'm doing this because the beast won't warm up when the temp get below 20 degrees F. Needless to say, it was a cold ride into work this brisk Minnesota morning.

Much thanks for any help.

2eyefishclaw
11-24-2003, 07:50 PM
you will have to remove the intake manifold to replace the thermostat it is located under the intake

godaddy
11-25-2003, 08:47 AM
Maintenance on this vehicle has been nuts. Under the manifold!!!! That is wacked!!

ibew595
11-27-2003, 01:37 AM
2eye, I have the Haynes manual and it is showing the thermostat accessable from the front easily. It is connected to the lower radiator hose. The location is right above the fan pulley.
170 degree thermostat 168 in/lbs

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