How to remove the thermostat on Chevrolet El Camino?

A thermostatic element inside a housing on the engine actuates the thermostat, which is a restriction valve. It opens and closes to regulate coolant flow at predetermined temperatures, thereby enabling either engine warm-up or cooling. Disconnect the negative battery cable and remove the air cleaner so you can get at the thermostat with ease. Find a suitable container and drain the coolant into it. Remove the thermostat housing bolts and disconnect upper radiator hose from it. At this point, lift up the housing hence exposing the thermostat while considering where it was located previously for later replacement. Clean both surfaces of gaskets on housing and engine body. Insert RTV or equivalent sealer and put the thermostat onto its space properly. With new gasket, fit housing on with correct tightening of bolts. If necessary, re-attach alternator brace and TVS switch plus vacuum hoses as well. Make sure that upper radiator hose is securely attached. Reconnect negative battery cable then use right coolant mixture to fill radiator. Start engine; if necessary pour more coolant into system hereafter. Finally put back radiator cap matching arrows on it with overflow hose.

How to remove the thermostat on Chevrolet Caprice?

Engine coolant flow is controlled by the thermostat. In order to take it off, turn off the negative battery terminal and remove the air filter. Coolant should be drained and then upper radiator hose disconnected. The thermostat housing bolts can now be removed as well as the housing from the engine. Remember where the thermostat is located before removing it. It's important to clean gasket surfaces and apply sealing compound before installing new thermostat. After that, reassemble the housing, connect radiator hose and fill in coolant. Start the engine and add more coolant if necessary. Finally, put on the radiator cap.

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Chevrolet Thermostat Unit Part Number: 12600171
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- Other Name: Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat
- Replaces: 12581595
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Avalanche 1500 | 2004-2006 | Base, LS, LT, Z66, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- Avalanche 2500 | 2004-2006 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
- Corvette | 2005-2008 | 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
- Express 1500 | 2004-2006 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- Express 2500 | 2004-2007 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Express 3500 | 2004-2007 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Impala | 2006-2009 | SS | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- Monte Carlo | 2006-2007 | SS | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- SSR | 2003-2006 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 1500 | 2004-2006 | Base, Hybrid, LS, LT, SS, WT, Z71 Off-Road | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 25199826
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat Housing Cover
- Replaces: 25189437, 96980317, 96984102
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Aveo | 2009-2011 | LS, LT | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- Aveo5 | 2009-2011 | LS, LT | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 12514334
$13.52 MSRP: $24.14
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- Other Name: Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat 195 Degree, Engine Coolant Temperature
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Astro | 1987-1990 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- C1500 | 1988-1990 | 454 SS, Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- C2500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- C3500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- Camaro | 1985-1992 | Base, Berlinetta, Iroc-Z, LT, RS, RS Heritage Edition, Sport, Z28, Z28 Heritage Edition | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- K1500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- K2500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- K3500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 55493557
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- Other Name: Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat Housing Cover; Thermostat
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- Malibu | 2016-2019 | Hybrid | 4 Cyl 1.8 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 19316187
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat Housing Cover; Housing
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- City Express | 2015-2018 | LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 12680457
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly-Engine Coolant; Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Silverado 2500 HD | 2017-2024 | Custom, High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
- Silverado 3500 HD | 2017-2024 | High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 24588515
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly-Engine Coolant; Thermostat Housing Cover; Thermostat Unit; Thermostat; Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
- Replaces: 12642691
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Colorado | 2016-2022 | LT, WT, Z71, ZR2 | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL
- Express 2500 | 2017-2022 | Base, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL
- Express 3500 | 2017-2022 | Base, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 96407677
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat; Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly; Thermostat Housing Cover; Thermostat Unit; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: 96282726
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Aveo | 2004-2008 | Base, LS, LT, Special Value | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- Aveo5 | 2007-2008 | LS, Special Value | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Unit Part Number: 55490715
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly-Engine Coolant; Thermostat; Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Cruze | 2017-2019 | Diesel, L, LS, LT, Premier | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL
- Equinox | 2018-2019 | LT, Premier | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 84660340
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly-Engine Coolant; Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
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- Corvette | 2020-2024 | E-Ray, Stingray | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12689039
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat Housing Cover; Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: 12651113
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Captiva Sport | 2012 | LT, LTZ | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX
- Equinox | 2008-2017 | LT, LTZ, Premier, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Malibu | 2008-2012 | LT, LTZ | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12689037
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat Housing Cover; Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: 12632932, 12651114
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- Impala | 2012-2013 | LS, LT, LTZ, Police | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Impala Limited | 2014-2016 | LS, LT, LTZ, Police | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 12559336
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- Other Name: Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
- Replaces: 12554977
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- C1500 | 1996-1998 | Base, Cheyenne, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- C1500 Suburban | 1996-1999 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- C2500 | 1996-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- C2500 Suburban | 1996-1999 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- C3500 | 1996-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- Express 2500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- Express 3500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- K1500 | 1996-1998 | Base, Cheyenne, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- K1500 Suburban | 1996-1999 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- K2500 | 1996-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12618159
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat; Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing; Thermostat Housing Cover
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Captiva Sport | 2012 | LS | 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX
- Equinox | 2010-2017 | L, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12647027
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat Housing Cover; Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat
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- Cruze | 2014-2015 | Diesel | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12694088
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Temperature; Thermostat Housing Cover; Thermostat; Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat
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- Volt | 2019 | LT, Premier | 4 Cyl 1.5 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12698362
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- Other Name: Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat Housing Cover
- Replaces: 12681135, 12660976
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- Colorado | 2015-2016 | LT, WT, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 10207373
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- Other Name: Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Astro | 1985-1992 | Base, CL, CS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- C1500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado, WT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- C2500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- Camaro | 1992, 1984 | Berlinetta, RS, RS Heritage Edition, Sport, Z28, Z28 Heritage Edition | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Caprice | 1991-1993 | Base, Classic, Classic LS, Classic LTZ | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- G10 | 1992 | Beauville, Chevy Van, Sportvan | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- G20 | 1992 | Sportvan | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- G30 | 1992 | Beauville, Chevy Van, Hi-Cube | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- K1500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado, WT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- K2500 | 1988-1990 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Thermostat Housing Part Number: 12643796
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- Other Name: Housing-Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat Housing Cover; Housing, Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaced by: 12693295
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Silverado 2500 HD | 2017-2024 | Custom, High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
- Silverado 3500 HD | 2017-2024 | High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Thermostat Part Number: 55503988
$32.86 MSRP: $58.69
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly-Engine Coolant; Thermostat, Engine Coolant Temperature
- Replaced by: 25205415
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Trailblazer | 2021-2024 | L, LS, LT | 3 Cyl 1.2 L GAS
- Trax | 2024 | ACTIV, LS, LT, RS | 3 Cyl 1.2 L GAS

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Chevrolet Thermostat maintains engine heat in the optimal range in order to remain powerful. Chevrolet is a brand that people trust because it is not only useful but also appealing in its styling that is certain to be spotted on the hustle and bustle of the streets. Chevy drives ahead with installing mighty but economical engines that shake off long distance. Drivers are indulged in a short infotainment menu, easy-to-understand graphics, and easy-to-pair phones that reduce distraction. Ride comfort remains easy and steering is direct, providing new drivers and road trip experts with equal comfort. Chevrolet has over the years added Super Cruise that allows the car to maneuver lanes, allowing the miles to pass without much fatigue. Chevy also makes costs predictable by using durable parts that are applied by more than one model, allowing the owners not to run out of pocket when they have to replace their parts. Whether it is in the form of scaled-down hatchbacks or huge pickups, the range provides the customer with a wide selection but does not compel them to study a new control system. The Thermostat remains closed until the engine block reaches the predetermined temperature when the engine block is warmed. At this point, the wax pellet within it bursts, opens the valve, and causes the coolant to shoot toward the radiator. When the temperatures return to normal, the valve is closed to ensure that heat does not escape outside the block where it is required to burn optimally. This short-circuiting assists Chevy engines in avoiding slow cold starts and prevents overheating that destroys the engines during hard acceleration up steep climbs.

Chevrolet Thermostat Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to remove the thermostat on Chevrolet El Camino?
A:
A thermostatic element inside a housing on the engine actuates the thermostat, which is a restriction valve. It opens and closes to regulate coolant flow at predetermined temperatures, thereby enabling either engine warm-up or cooling. Disconnect the negative battery cable and remove the air cleaner so you can get at the thermostat with ease. Find a suitable container and drain the coolant into it. Remove the thermostat housing bolts and disconnect upper radiator hose from it. At this point, lift up the housing hence exposing the thermostat while considering where it was located previously for later replacement. Clean both surfaces of gaskets on housing and engine body. Insert RTV or equivalent sealer and put the thermostat onto its space properly. With new gasket, fit housing on with correct tightening of bolts. If necessary, re-attach alternator brace and TVS switch plus vacuum hoses as well. Make sure that upper radiator hose is securely attached. Reconnect negative battery cable then use right coolant mixture to fill radiator. Start engine; if necessary pour more coolant into system hereafter. Finally put back radiator cap matching arrows on it with overflow hose.
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Q: How to remove the thermostat on Chevrolet Caprice?
A:
Engine coolant flow is controlled by the thermostat. In order to take it off, turn off the negative battery terminal and remove the air filter. Coolant should be drained and then upper radiator hose disconnected. The thermostat housing bolts can now be removed as well as the housing from the engine. Remember where the thermostat is located before removing it. It's important to clean gasket surfaces and apply sealing compound before installing new thermostat. After that, reassemble the housing, connect radiator hose and fill in coolant. Start the engine and add more coolant if necessary. Finally, put on the radiator cap.