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Thermostat Replacement

Restores correct engine operating temperature.

Difficulty: easy~0.72 hrs1 day
Estimated total
$105–330
Parts$25–90
Labor$80–240
Labor time0.72 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

The thermostat housing is opened, old thermostat replaced, gasket re-sealed.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Engine takes too long to warm up
  • Overheating
  • Heat doesn't work well
If you delay

Running too cold hurts fuel economy; too hot is destructive.

Maintenance tip

Replace whenever the cooling system is opened up.

Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
Related

Often done together.