First, I want to start off to say that EricTheCarGuy channel is a Fantastic channel. Eric's works on his Honda Element, helps me a lot in understanding my 20 years old CRV Gen 2 and turning that understanding to practical know-hows. About the Thermostat replacement, from my personal experience. I found that there are at least 2 more ways to do it faster or easier or lesser risky in getting striped thread insert at the thermostat housing attached to "block"/water pump/water passage. 1) Mix of access from bottom as shown by Eric and from front after taking out condenser fan/shroud together with the coolant expansion tank. 2) More dismantling works involving other obstructing parts, but easier in taking out thermostat or entire 2-part (upper and lower) thermostat housing. It involves taking out intake manifold unit and work from top only.
@marksinger4949
7 жыл бұрын
This is my top 3 car repair channel's. #1. Chris Fix. #2. Eric The Car Guy. #3. A1Auto.
@nomanjones4803
7 жыл бұрын
Also South Main Auto.
@xtasymusik
7 жыл бұрын
mark singer Chris fix, Eric The Car Guy, Scotty Kilmer and Ratchet and Wrenches
@cornishsean1
7 жыл бұрын
check out One Auto he has some great videos
@678friedbed
7 жыл бұрын
stay away from skotty Killmore, he is a hack.
@ThatGuysChannel4Whatever
7 жыл бұрын
motoYam82 is quickly becoming one of my favorites as well. Ivan is pretty sharp, he's much more of an electrical guy than mechanical, though.
@kyleenglish5602
3 жыл бұрын
Dude I'm so glad we have the same car. I bought my element for 500 bucks and thanx to your videos and 1,000 in parts I have a perfectly running element thanx 2 you. Your the man Eric the car dude! Love my element!
@roberttomsiii3728
7 жыл бұрын
IDK why anyone dislikes your videos. Seriously.
@TheDarvec1
7 жыл бұрын
Just bought one of those hose clamp tools, I no longer feel like i'm holding an unpinned grenade with some long nosed vice grips :)
@didigarcia1127
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Im used to working on my classic, cant see a thing in these newer cars ! Nice to get a view b4 hand! I am the Mom! I used your videos before better than most!
@mariomatejka
7 жыл бұрын
I love all your Element videos, because I have one myself. This one was especially good, because of the camera angles and the lighting (keep up the good work Brian). It really allowed me to see everything you were doing in that dark place where the thermostat was. One thing that I didn't see clearly is how you were able to rev the engine from under the hood. Last time I needed to it, also when changing coolant, I resorted to putting a brick on the gas pedal. :)
@charlesputt8588
7 жыл бұрын
I'm about to do the thermostat on our '06 Odyssey today, as well as both hoses, timing belt, water pump, coolant flush, and many suspension and chassis swap-outs. found those handy clip pliers at Harbor Freight yesterday, and I was over the moon because they didn't seem to have any pincer pliers in stock.
@ddksktkymelwlrfchh114
7 жыл бұрын
Charles Putt good luck fella
@baddestburrito4718
6 жыл бұрын
This video makes me appreciate my 1991 Civic Si. Metal thermostat housing: will last forever. Two bolts, and presto, the job's done. I never have to go through this dog-and-pony show that Eric just struggled through. My headlights are glass, too. 27 years since they came out of the factory, and they're not the least bit cloudy. I love this car! Modern Honda can suck my dipstick.
@harryberry474
2 жыл бұрын
Watched this video and don't even have a Honda Element, just enjoy watching your videos no B.S. well done videos. Came here cause X wife has CRV and researching about her timing belt and water pump.
@worsttintentions
7 жыл бұрын
sphincter factor five! By far the funniest thing i've ever heard you say. Thank you!
@southernautodiy2643
3 жыл бұрын
Lol i was sphincter factor six when i nearly got hit head on by another car today
@DIYAutoHomeschool
7 жыл бұрын
Another good Video Eric. I have always enjoyed watching your videos. Admittedly, I've not had as much time to recently, but still enjoy watching them when I get the chance. Keep up the good work, Sir.
@scottypenney3862
3 жыл бұрын
Eric... watch all the time. We have the identical car. That being said, I live in South Florida so I always know whatever job you do will be twice as hard as mine because I don't have all that rust.... thank god.
@TedStrzalkowski
7 жыл бұрын
I'm really enjoying the Fairmont Project series, but I originally found your channel because of your Honda expertise. So, it's nice to see more repair videos, especially Honda stuff. Thanks for doing what you do.
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
Happy to oblige. Thanks for the comment.
@TheBeerBox80
7 жыл бұрын
That funnel is one of the best tool purchases I have ever made.
@caddyguy5369
7 жыл бұрын
Tim Johnson I used a vacuum method last time. It was fun.
@GarthGoldberg
7 жыл бұрын
Eric is at his best working on a Honda.
@e46silverbullet62
7 жыл бұрын
those hose clamp tools work marvelously 😍 it prevents me from getting my fingers hurt from the clamp springing back and hitting your fingers when using pliers
@sharynallen2188
7 жыл бұрын
I wish i lived near you totally love your tutorials so through and well explained not to mention humorous thanks
@CarAudioInc
7 жыл бұрын
I take offense to the mom's basement comment. I got upgraded to the attic thank you very much. Big baller on the upper level homie.
@theosergio9889
3 жыл бұрын
Not sure if you guys cares but if you're bored like me atm you can watch all the latest series on Instaflixxer. Been watching with my gf for the last few weeks =)
@enzodavid4632
3 жыл бұрын
@Theo Sergio yea, I've been using InstaFlixxer for since december myself :D
@stevepuddlejumperpilot6062
5 жыл бұрын
I recently acquired a really nice southern, rust free 2002 CR-V. Really nice car. Only 160,000 miles on it. One owner. Very solid vehicle. I've been going thru it, changing basic stuff out, fluid, filters, etc. Have come to the conclusion that compared to my old 1997 Corolla, it is much harder to work on. Matter of fact, I was thinking about changing the thermostat out on it, since it seemed to read a bit cool according to the gauge. But after watching this video, not sure if I'm going to attempt it. Might just sell the thing and go out and find another trailer park Corolla. At least the Corolla is easy to work on. Great video, tho. Thank u.
@preservethedead
11 ай бұрын
This is facts. I have an 03 crv and EVERYTHING is much harder to work on than my civic. Painfully hard at sometimes
@maciejkobus
7 жыл бұрын
Just in time! I'm replacing thermostat in my car tomorrow. Thanks :)
@adrianszugye5929
7 жыл бұрын
Maciej Kobus me too
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Good luck.
@bantz001
7 жыл бұрын
Good thinking on the anti-seize. I use it all the time on anything that causes the sphincter factor taking it apart. I own vehicles for way too long, and it's likely I'll have to go back where I've been years later when things are twice as rusty. Other than the fact that it's messy, it helps.
@justsumguy2u
7 жыл бұрын
"Eric, you're doing it wrong!" LOL I enjoyed this video, great job. And yeah, those plastic pieces would definitely make me a little nervous.
@Bobman84
7 жыл бұрын
I turn the heater fan on to confirm proper heat coming out of the vents at a consistent temperature and to ensure the heating system indeed works after working on the cooling system, but probably more relevant with a full flush (including the core).
@Coach.Lewi.1979
4 жыл бұрын
Eric. Your videos are long but so very informative and also entertaining. Your a real blessing and full of knowledge. Thank you.
@biancafranchi4727
2 жыл бұрын
being inexperienced in car repair,.I dont have the tools or skill to do this "simple"(?!) car repair, but at least I understand what my mechanic has to do.
@willwong1234
3 жыл бұрын
Watched a few other videos and this one is by far the most thorough, thanks!
@daleyurk4369
7 жыл бұрын
Eric, those radiator hoses usually utilize an inner O ring to seal. If you put a little silicone paste on them they will go on and off much better. Nice video!
@aaronreniers3673
7 жыл бұрын
You're lucky!!! I had to do a thermostat once on a Renault Vel Satis. The bumper, headlight, radiator and ac condenser had to come off. After that I had to use a 5 foot prybar to pry the thermostat off. When it came off flying through the shop I got a coolant shower (and drink). I swore never to do a thermostat on a Vel Satis ever again.
@thruthenever
5 жыл бұрын
I recently replaced the thermostat on an EP3 Si ('03) with a K20 that was very similar to this. No hyperbole--it was the most frustrating thing I've ever experienced in 15+ years of maintaining my own cars. The Si had almost 17 years of Ohio rust on all three thermostat mounting bolts, so the heads stripped even with those special "rusted bolt" sockets. I ended up just busting up the plastic thermostat housing into several pieces to gain more bolt surface area to grip. Even the catharsis of breaking the old thermostat I had been fighting with for hours was tempered by how damn hard it was to get to. Luckily I had the foresight to order new bolts from Honda (that cost way too much), so it only ate up most of my day.
@broccolihart1
2 жыл бұрын
This is like a Honda sitcom complete with laughter, pain, and an outcome that leads to another episode....
@4WDIESEL1
7 жыл бұрын
This is my top 4 car repair channel's. #1. Eric the Car Guy #2. South main Auto #3. MotoYam82 #4.Scanner Danner
@deseremere
6 жыл бұрын
Man.. I spent an hour trying to find the slip joint bent pliers Eric was using. It looks like Matco PSJN11B but color is red. Mac makes similar P11HD-B. However, you can get PRO AMERICA 11" XL HEAVY DUTY #5051 for about $33 shipped, those look the same except color of the handles
@rejmonwilson
7 жыл бұрын
I fell your pain, replacing thermostat and gasket on 2000 Chrysler Concorde, what a challenge. Remove fan shroud Serpentine belt Alternator Dipstick Hoses,what a job, and on my back in my lane way!.this is my second attempt, first time aftermarket gasket what a nightmare!. Big leaks, second time Orem part and gasket sealer, wish me luck!.
@snoopy5736
7 жыл бұрын
I gotta get one of those hose clamp tools , I had a hell of a time replacing the heater control valve on my Chevy Express the other day
@ddd228
7 жыл бұрын
Sears has 'em.
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
Linked in the description.
@snoopy5736
7 жыл бұрын
EricTheCarGuy Thanks Big E, nothing like having the right tool for the job
@MEGADEEZOO
3 жыл бұрын
Yow Thanks Bro!! im nervous about those fasteners BUT you’re walk-thru gave me some confidence. salute
@mws3779
6 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos. Even if I don't have the vehicle your working on. Although I do have a 04 Honda CRV and my father has an 06 Honda Element my sister has an 07 CRV and my niece has a 06 CRV. But I fully agree with you with putting anti seize on fasteners makes it so much easier if it ever has to come off again. Thanks for the videos.
@vetterfellow
7 жыл бұрын
7:47 Down the wrist around the elbow and to the arm pit, YOW !!. Great video Erick and Brian. Sure did learn a lot about the Element. TTFN... Angelo.
@southernautodiy2643
3 жыл бұрын
Hey eric! I got a recommendation, try making your own penetrating fluid, 50/50 mix of atf and acetone, heard its as good if not better than the penetrating fluid you buy at the store, learned that trick from a older mechanic
@goodnamesareallgone1
Жыл бұрын
You were so right about those two bolts and clips. I ended up grinding the heads off. The clip rust melded to the threads :( Think I'm going to replace them with plastic bolts or something and hope that does the job.
@rubeng5150
7 жыл бұрын
Love the Vids you make the most simple things real entertaining keep up the great work...
@crazyhitlover
7 жыл бұрын
I'll have you know that I ate pasta while I watched this repair that you did wrong! Kidding shade-tree here and always love little tips here and there while watching over the years.
@kroshkapont
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the helpful video! I love to do something in the car with my own hands. Hello from Russia!
@spaceghostpurpz4744
7 жыл бұрын
man i miss you posting regularly but thanks for the vid i feel like your apprentice
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
I still post every Friday. Are your notifications turned on?
@spaceghostpurpz4744
7 жыл бұрын
EricTheCarGuy swear yeah man i have the little bell on and everything but i never see your vids show up anymore
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
I don't doubt you at all. YT has been doing things like this for a while now. Not much I can do really except say that I post every Friday on ETCG if nothing else. Sometimes I also post on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but always Fridays.
@richardquinones2959
7 жыл бұрын
Eric awesome video I just wish you do more videos on the Honda Element
@z31rider24
2 жыл бұрын
If im not mistaken, this is the same thermostat that my 2005 Civic Si EP3 uses. Also same layout. Bit of a pain to replace. Yes Hondas use blue coolant. Best thing is to use Honda coolant. Along with OEM thermostat and radiator cap.
@ellesmerewildwood4858
7 жыл бұрын
Eriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiic yourrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr doin' it wroooooooooong ! :o) Geez, plastic thermostat housing. Just another excuse to call it an "assembly" and charge big bucks. Like my Mitsubishi, no external fuel filter. Back in the old days before everything was a money making scam you could buy a high pressure fuel filter for 20 bucks. Now you have to buy the whole fuel pump "assembly" for 380 bucks.
@GrandPrix46
7 жыл бұрын
Every video I see of you working on a Honda makes me like my Suburban that much more.
@BimmerAutomotiveEngineering
7 жыл бұрын
That hose with the pull clamp is the same as the ones on BMWs .. interesting love you videos!
@Vali1313
7 жыл бұрын
Eric doing stuff on a Honda... quoting top gear: "we are back!"
@rustybrowneye
7 жыл бұрын
Vali1313 i dig it
@chazzsnyder9484
3 жыл бұрын
I AM the STIG!!
@disciplejack1
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you eric for the video, you saving my sister law money great video
@howellhopper3424
Жыл бұрын
Yes, my "experience varied" on the driver side speed-clip (why's it always the driver side?) .....great vid.
@joshlamotte9318
7 жыл бұрын
I have Craftsman's version, and have used (if I remember correctly) Snap-on's version of your Astro Pneumatic hose clamp tool. I love them, let's me use both hands to remove a hose. Snap-on's is better of the two, it has a ratchet to let you choose how far you open the clamp. Craftsman's only has one position
@craigybus1
7 жыл бұрын
Eric I have a new 'safe for work' curse word when things go wrong, 'BUMHATS!'
@jasonelizanigel9381
7 жыл бұрын
We don't have basements in Texas
@Peter_Riis_DK
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, and my mom died years ago. ;)
@ddd228
7 жыл бұрын
Mac& cheese is OK.
@Esuper1
2 жыл бұрын
So it may have been a good idea to mark the hose and the plastic connector before you removed it so you didnt have to wonder and fight the orientation for re-installment.
@logmegadeth72
7 жыл бұрын
18:55 Eric is straight up savage. lol. I'm sure he gets tired of the keyboard mechanics though :)
@popslops2188
2 жыл бұрын
I'm doing this on a 2 Gen CR-V , or thought I was . Got it on the rack , drained coolant and removed lower rad hose . I could clearly see the bottom bolt and one of top ones and could feel the other top bolt on the thermostat housing . Got my trusty 1/4 ratchet and a 10mm socket on the bolts and I'll be damned if all 3 bolts just spin . Apparently there's threaded brass inserts in the water outlet that are splined and pressed in so the bolts have something to bite in to when you bolt the thermostat on . I'm guessing they were overtorqued at some point or maybe 286K miles have just taken their toll . I just ordered a new housing and o ring for the water pipe . I like the K series ok but B , D , F , and H series seem so much easier to repair and way less plastic bits .
@NebukedNezzer
7 жыл бұрын
I like the spring clamp hose clamps much better than the stainless steel screw type. The automatic taking up of the grip is very nice not to have to retighten clamps over time.
@JosePerez-pj4cn
3 жыл бұрын
If you have an aircompressor the air evac method is the best way to fill and not get air bubbles, also to check for leaks (if you loose vacuum)
@wesleyofficer1237
Жыл бұрын
“Hose clamp depressor thing from a distance” nice, man that’s handy.
@chadharmon5716
7 жыл бұрын
Why do you have cool aid in your car eric?
@julianesai
4 жыл бұрын
Another great learning experience Erwic!
@Autares
7 жыл бұрын
"ETCG: Be safe, have fun and turn your sphincter factor up to Five!" haha
@nomanjones4803
7 жыл бұрын
This must have been recorded some time ago, the fairmont still has it's old front wheels on it.
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
Good eye.
@davidconley3610
7 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric!!!! Not nearly as bad as replacing the starter witch I did over the weekend. Honda could have did a better design on some of the components but they are good cars. Thanks!!!!
@chevydiesel350015
7 жыл бұрын
One of many things about owning a GM truck. 2 or 3 bolts on top front intake, and done! LOL
@Spunky_72
5 жыл бұрын
I use the Mityvac MV7241 Fluid Transfer Pump. Makes for a easy messy-less fill.
@Saaketti
7 жыл бұрын
I usually put good silicone paste to that hose joint O ring there. That because they are always "rusted" together and in most cases pain in butt to disconnect each other.
@elton6656
3 жыл бұрын
I have learned many many things from Eric, Thank you so much..........but what do you do if those bolts don't want to come out? I'm thinking of changing my thermo before winter hits
@jjacollins
7 жыл бұрын
New word of the day - Witness marks :D
@jasonjackson329
7 жыл бұрын
Those thermostat inlet Housing are the biggest pain to get the hose off. I thought it was just my tsx that was like. But seeing you have the same problem makes me feel better. Lol. Dam Honda problems. Smh
@NickNardone
3 жыл бұрын
This guy is the freaking man.
@jakesnake_27
7 жыл бұрын
I did this exact procedure last year on my '02 CR-V. Mine was a little different, I didn't have the plastic piece that went onto the thermostat housing. The radiator hose with clamp just went right onto the thermostat.
@rhkips
7 жыл бұрын
"Are you trying to get me?" Hahaha, YES! Yes it is. The hotter the coolant is, the more it's capable of defying the laws of physics in order to get on your skin. Even cold coolant is malicious as heck. ;D
@donald1056
7 жыл бұрын
$38.00 for that thermostat assembly is not as bad as I thought it was going to be - I thought from it was going to be a lot higher $75.00+- than that - that hose clamp tool is real nice - made the job a lot easier
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
I love that tool.
@darthvincor
7 жыл бұрын
Been there, with thermostat housings. Mine was made of aluminium, so it didn't rust, but previous mechanics had over tightened and thereby ruined the threads and bent the upper and lower housing. They were probably thinking: lets 'kill' these bolts, this way it'll never leak unless opened again. But that's "Next Guy's" problem.
@stevesteve5700
7 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric, i dont like the plastic thermostat housing.
@maykevin5
7 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, I have an idea. At you next meetup, you should have your other mustang motor laid out and have your guests build it. So your subscribers have a hand in it.
@ericthecarguy
7 жыл бұрын
There is no other Mustang motor. It was junk remember?
@maykevin5
7 жыл бұрын
EricTheCarGuy well, there could be.. ;)
@markmauldin5867
Жыл бұрын
Always learn great tips from Eric 😊
@WesB1972
2 жыл бұрын
Don't be misled in believing this is an easy job,Access is limited, the hose clamp will be stuck and hard to release and move back. Releasing the wire bundle is near impossible. I have worked on cars for 50+ years, have 1000S of dollars in tools including a lift. Prices quoted to me for this job were over $500. The thermostat itself retails for $97 dollars. The plastic extension on the thermostat housing is NLA from Honda.
@Porsche996TT
7 жыл бұрын
This was very helpful, but how do I differ if my thermostat is bad or it's the coolant temp sensor? I get low temp reading on the highway in my Renault.
@adrianszugye5929
7 жыл бұрын
Sammy, Ahmose be glad it's not reading hot.
@jessehclark
7 жыл бұрын
Sammy, Ahmose I would think that if your thermostat was bad, it would fail closed, so that even at operating temp it would not open, causing overheating. however even if it somehow failed open it might cause long warm up times but not a low temp reading. So I would suspect your temp sensor first.
@sekopiski
7 жыл бұрын
If the engine reaches normal operating temp while standing still and then cools down when you start driving you definitely have a faulty thermostat.
@aaronhall7740
7 жыл бұрын
Sammy, Ahmose they are designed to fail open as to not over heat the engine. That still can fail shut (I personally know this...) but most don't.
@aaronhall7740
7 жыл бұрын
You can tell if it is the temp sensor vs thermostat by leaving the car to sit for a long time then compare the temp sensor reading with the ambient temperature using a scan tool. It's best done in a garage or somewhere that isn't windy.
@anomamos9095
7 жыл бұрын
You can mix most types of coolants with no issues but beware of dexcool and similar coolants that may react badly if they are not 100% pure. Also if you want to top up with water make sure it is distilled or de-ised don't use tap water unless your desperate.
@davidd8435
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, good job.
@Travis_Inlanzer
7 жыл бұрын
This is why I like my old 98 Honda Civic. The Thermostat is not only super easy to get to but the housing for the thermostat is metal.... Stop trying to be Chrysler, Honda.
@phxrsx
Жыл бұрын
So Im working on a 2002 CRV where the temperature doesn't come up to full operating temperature and everyone said the thermostat is stuck open. So I changed it and it's doing the same thing. Any other ideas? I also noticed the radiator cap was leaking and I also changed that.
@rogermurph101
7 жыл бұрын
My OCD does not allow me to work with gloves that torn or dirty. That's actually why I use black gloves; can't see the grime!
@hectoromararias8684
4 жыл бұрын
Eric! What apend if leak on base of termostate??? what we do? i got this problem now!
@DarkSSide72
5 жыл бұрын
I don't have one of those nifty bench vices. So how can I pop that connector off? Everything else was a breeze but this! HELP!!!!!
@tomcampbell6384
Жыл бұрын
That was some of the best Honda Element porn I've seen in a while. And I was getting curious about the Fairmont peeking out over your shoulder. I've always thought that car would make a great resto-mod.
@sheldonm3535
4 жыл бұрын
Do you think I should replace my t stat? It’s original 2010 175k Camry LE. Coolant was changed once at around 100k miles. But nothing else was changed in the cooling system.
@Deneteus
3 жыл бұрын
The wire Honda attached to the thermostat housing is connected to the alternator. It's the stupidest thing to connect it to because if you remove the lower radiator hose you can get to the bottom two bolts easy. If you removed the power steering pump you can see the back of the tab for the cable. It's better to just cut the thing and install a new one or just zip tie it back if you don't want to spend the money putting the original clip back in emergency situations.
@ivwshane
2 жыл бұрын
So if I’m having over heating issues but I’m not get any codes, would that point to a fan or electrical issues? (I have a 2003 element).
@1jackvalley580
2 жыл бұрын
Eric, Your videos are great and you explain everything really well, it helps a lot, Thanks so much. By the way, what kind of tires do you have on your Element?🌟👍
@AR-uj3js
3 жыл бұрын
Hey I just this to my 04 element but 3-5 mins in after starting the engine it bubble I had only pour 1 gallon tho and I did see some white smoke came out, the top radiator horde was extremely hot and kinda feel hard when I press on it to purge the bubble is that all normal
@Trash-mover
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the awesome videos ERIC. it is very helpful. can you do a video for 2003 Honda crv for replacing Honda 19350-PRB-A00 Genuine OEM Factory Original Water Outlet, at least how to do it easy way please. thank you
@lebronjordan802
5 жыл бұрын
Since k24 are timing chain, is that means you don't need to replace the water pump or when is the time you have to change the water pump?
@libertyjusticeforall6754
2 жыл бұрын
This was such an excellent detailed video !!! It also helped me out . Thanks and much appreciated for your time and excellence!!👍👍👍👍. What brand is that long handle Pliers you were using? Thank you
@ReviveAndDrive-mk1
7 жыл бұрын
your doing it wroooooong eeeric xD 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 that was amazing xD
@xxRamD3yruxx
7 жыл бұрын
those lyle spill free funnels are clear now, instead of yellow. and now im going to have to use my advance auto paycheck to buy more crap from advance auto :)
@danielbyrne5862
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric i have a 2008 honda element sc how much rad fluid do I need to do a flush i am going to replace both hoses and the thermostat
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