possible dumb question

[bakos24]

How hard is it to change the thermostat? Just wondering. Im going to be putting a 180* in the next few days and wanted to know if there will be anything I would run in to. thanks

 

[stangman]

How hard is it to change the thermostat? Just wondering. Im going to be putting a 180* in the next few days and wanted to know if there will be anything I would run in to. thanks

make sure the car is cool & there are 2 13mm bolts (i'm pretty sure that's what they are). undo the bolts & replace it. some fluid may spill, but not a huge amount. just be careful not to over tighten the bolts back down, the thermostat housing can crack pretty easily

 

[DageonYar]

There are no stupid questions... only Honda owners.

 

[Indiana]

I really hate to say this, but just in case. Take note of the end that points "up". Putting it in upside down will cause proplems.

 

[MyEarsHurt]

I think they are 10 mm bolts, but either way, super easy, just try not to spill too much coolant.

 

[AdRock]

Don't forget to change the temp at which the fans come on.

 

[bakos24]

didnt think there was to much to them... just wanted to make sure. thanks guys

 

[Wikkdgt]

How soon do I need to change the temp that the fans come on. Can I drive around for a day or so without getting the fan settings changed?

 

[stangman]

How soon do I need to change the temp that the fans come on. Can I drive around for a day or so without getting the fan settings changed?

yeah it wont hurt anything at all. it just wont be effective at idle until you do

 

[04gtdrop]

There are no stupid questions... only Honda owners.