2000 Chevrolet K3500 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado | 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
FAQ for Thermostat Repair
Q: How to install the thermostat?
A:
You need to install the thermostat, the gasket, and the coolant outlet, refill the coolant to the cooling system, start the engine, and install the radiator cap to the radiator.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the thermostat?
A:
You shall drain the coolant until the radiator coolant level is below the thermostats, and remove the bolts or studs, the coolant outlet, the thermostat from the housing, and the gasket if needed.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to remove the water pump?
A:
You shall remove the upper fan shroud, the drive belt, the fan, the fan clutch, the pulley, the Water Pump bolts, and the coolant pump from the engine block.
Q: How to remove the oil cooler?
A:
You shall remove the grill, the hose clip bolt, the cooler line flair nuts from the Engine Oil Cooler, the cooler lines from the engine oil cooler, and the engine oil cooler from the mounting brackets.
Q: How to install the coolant recovery reservoir?
A:
The proper way is to install the coolant recovery reservoir, connect the coolant overflow hose and clamp to the recovery reservoir, and the coolant recovery hose and clamp to the reservoir, and refill the coolant in the reservoir.