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#1
05-24-2010, 02:29 PM
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Run Grand Am GT 3.1 without thermostat, just for a bit?
Hello all,
I have a leaking water pump because of backed up pressure. It just blew out and sprayed coolant all over. I suspect I need to replace the thermostat, may not be opening correctly. Obviously the pump too. My question is... Can I to try to remove the thermostat then run the engine from a cold start without it to relieve the pressure? I just need to drive it home like that, one time, about 4 miles. Then I can fix it properly. Thanks, Shawn 
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05-24-2010, 06:35 PM
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Re: Run Grand Am GT 3.1 without thermostat, just for a bit?
Yes you can remove the thermostat and drive the vehicle. It may not put out any heat but it will stay cool. Unfortunately, if the thermostat isn't the issue the pressure will build due to the pressure cap on the system. You can't drive the car without the radiator cap for very far even without the thermostat. Since you are only going 4 miles you shouldn't have any problems regardless.
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05-25-2010, 07:42 AM
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Re: Run Grand Am GT 3.1 without thermostat, just for a bit?
If it still builds pressure after repairs, you might have a blown head gasket.
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05-25-2010, 04:19 PM
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Re: Run Grand Am GT 3.1 without thermostat, just for a bit?
It worked. Took out the thermostat and got it home. Luckily there were no other clogs in the system. Thanks to all for the input.
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