Where is the thermostat housing?

Where is the thermostat housing?

The thermostat housing is located in the engine in between the engine and the radiator. When the engine cools off below the operating temperature, the thermostat housing is closed. The engine’s closed-off part allows the coolant to properly and effectively circulate and move through the engine.

Why is my 2007 Dodge Caliber overheating?

While there are a variety of reasons your Dodge Caliber is overheating, the most common 3 are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat.

How much is a thermostat for a 2007 Dodge Caliber?

2007 Dodge Caliber Thermostat – from $19.99+ | AutoZone.com.

Does a 2007 Dodge Caliber have two thermostats?

There are 2 thermostats in the thermostat housing , it could be one or both bad. The primary thermostat is located on the front of the water plenum in the thermostat housing. The secondary thermostat is located in the cylinder head under the water plenum.

Why does the Dodge Journey have two thermostats?

The dual thermostat system was designed to accomplish the same temperature control under different load conditions. Instead of manipulation of the air side of the radiator, the coolant flow to the radiator is varied. Your vehicle has two thermostats , a primary and a secondary.

Does a 2009 Dodge Journey have two thermostats?

YES! There are two thermostats on this engine. The primary t stat is located on the front of the water plenum in the thermostat housing coolant inlet.

Where is the thermostat on a 2006 Dodge Caliber?

The primary thermostat is located on the front of the water plenum in the thermostat housing/coolant inlet.

How do you install a thermostat housing?

1. Put your vehicle on level ground.
2. With your screwdriver or plier, remove the radiator hose attached to the thermostat housing by pulling off the clamp.
3. Twist the radiator hose to loosen it from the housing.
4. Install the new thermostat so the copper heat sensing element is toward the engine.

Does a 2012 Dodge Avenger have two thermostats?

The vehicle with this engine size is equipped with a primary and a secondary thermostat in the cooling system. The primary and secondary thermostat open at different temperatures. The secondary one opens up at 203 F and should be fully open at 230 F.

Where is the thermostat on a 2012 Dodge Avenger?

On the 2012 dodge avenger the thermostat is located under the housing near the water pump on the cylinder head.