How to Change a Thermostat in a GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox

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Replacing a thermostat in a first gen Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain can be a daunting task when first looking at it, but today we break it down into a two minute video for you to accomplish this on your own! Tools
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Use hose clamp pliers to back off host clamps
Remove hoses from thermostat housing
Use 10mm ratcheting wrench to remove 3 bolts from housing Place bolts in cardboard based on location
Each bolt is a specific size
Use clamp and provided thicc toilet paper tube to compress thermostat
Stick gasket to block
Use bolts to align gasket if needed
Place bolts in housing and replace housing
BE GENTLE. It is aluminum!
Replace hoses
Replace lost fluid
Pray there’s no leaks ______________________________________________________________
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