Angel, me millennial. I can do small jobs, oil change , spark, coils. My radiator gave out today after 170kmiles. Orders parts online, in store. Took vehicle to mechanic. He wanted $400 for labor. I went home, saw ur video..2 days later( because i was waiting on more parts) i am complete. Feel so good and accomplished because of ur fantastic VIDEO . THANK YOU GOD BLESS U AND UR FAMILY
In the process of replacing that large freaded freeze plug before the heater hose. Am now thinking of replacing both thermostats, and maybe the radiator and water pump too (just did the hoses a year ago). And this video is right where it is supposed to be, at the top of my search list. Love the way the video is made, "short clips" of every single step. And the camera distance is just right. Makes want to continue working on my car. Keep it up. 👍
now this makes sense to me I finally got a location on where to thermostats are located in the Nissan Altima 2003 I've asked a lot of mechanics and they were not sure but this particular year and model does in fact have two thermostats one large one one small one if any of the ones would fail then the system will not work properly.
Lol What.. ppl have this a thumbs down lol. Dont be a hater all your lives ppl. Just focus and learn from this upfront trusted man as I, LOL :) Well Chris: Play on player, keep pushing on. Great video 💜
Nice job, dude. I like how people criticize in the comments. If you know what you were doing, why would you come to youtube for a 'how-to' video hahaha
Where can I get a replacement coolant pipe? Mine is rusted to shit and I'm positive it's going to break when I remove it. Only replacements I keep finding are molded plastics.
Thanks for the help. I started with the lower thermostat first, Nissan part 21200 for $25 from Nissan, since it's easier. Hopefully the P0128 code stops coming back.
It's been 4 years. Just curious, did replacing just the lower thermostat solve your P0128 code. I have the same code that just came up on my 05 Nissan Altima 2.5l. I ask only because I am hesitant to do the repair procedure twice if I also need to replace the upper thermostat. Thanks in advance!
@@dept76 thanks again! I probably could have done just that and been fine. However, I ended up replacing both of the thermostats and the code has not returned. I would rather be safe instead of draining the coolant and taking things apart twice. But you're right, it's usually the lower that goes first. The upper was the original in my car and the lower had been replaced already. Thanks again for your response 👍
After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
No. Don't need to replace. Sometimes it's smart to replace it while you have the system drained just so you won't have to do it again if the thermostat fails in the future.
Minute 7:18 that u shape hose! Is it connected to something I being wondering where is should be plug on I seen it on my car and I being wondering why is not connected to anything, do you have idea why is this, thanks
I have a infinity g35 my thermostat can’t be removed from the housing it comes together as a whole assembly. should I use the pour in go version of the blue devil formula?
I am planing on changing my radiator too, after I am done should I top off my transmission with transmission fluid? I heard that some transmission fluid might still be in the radiator. Thanks for the video, very helpful!
Hey Angel, I've got a an '03 3.5 VQ engine version of this car. I'm seeing in the Nissan shop manual a torque setting for nothing over 8 ftlbs for the bolts over the valve cover for the thermostat (comes as a set (thermostat inside valve already)). I'm rather a perfectionist and my torque wrench doesn't go below 20ftlbs. Would you say I need a torque wrench for this or could I guess a bit on the tension level and still be ok?
hi...any news when your gonna have a video on 2003-2008 corolla(timing chain gasket and head gasket change) its a blessing for kind privilege... thank you always...
+jirojoseph esman Hello, sorry I don't know when. I'm still waiting on my friend. He says in a month but I replaced his front struts just last week. So just waiting on him.
2021. Depending on the radiator, and thermos. Dont ever buy ebay parts. Try OEM dealer but that can be $. The radiator I bought at rockauto midgrade $80. Thermos oem $76. Coolant $40 , 2 gallons. Gasket $6. I stripped a bolt, $5 , replaced some bolts due to corrosion. $5. Gatorade, chips, a beer $10.
After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
Aren't you supposed to put the genuine nissan green coolant in here and not just some regular 50/50 because of the nissan coolant being silicate free ? Or is that just legend?
@@FixItAngel thank you soo much for ur reply mr Angel... hope to u always reply me im soo introsting about ur work and i learn many things from u.... every night i watching many kind of ur videos...
When replacing a thermostat the spring and wax bronze cylinder sensor goes on the side of the motor and the pointy peak points towards the radiator. The wax bronze cylinder sensor of the thermostat is what senses the hot motor water and expands and opens the thermostat. See the link goo.gl/images/7evGqo If you don't do it like this you may be ok on normal days. But on a hot rides after you park with a hot engine the internal engine heat keeps raising the water temperature, even while stopped. The incorrect spring position and wax sensor will not activate as intended. It will remain closed and cause a build up of pressure. It could further weaken weak gaskets and other parts such as the water pump shaft gasket and start causing leaks as time goes on. Eventually something will give, a head gasket or any other gasket. It takes time, but it will eventually happen on a hot day. In this video it shows how a previous mechanic incorrectly replaced the thermostat yet the new part was again replaced incorrectly. The problem was not resolved. The problem of over heating will reoccur eventually within a year in normal climate and sooner in hotter climates. New thermostats now come with instructions because apparently videos like this propagate incorrect assumptions. Don't assume. Use better judgement and check professional documentation, references and instructions. Anyone that replaced their thermostat in the reversed order is in for a big surprise on a hot exerted ride day once you park your car and restart it. You won't blow a hose, but you may blow a gasket or spring a leak somewhere within the motor. Good luck and for your safety, redo your work if you reversed the thermostat.
I second this post. After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
There is only One Thermostat and it's the one in the front located under the Heat Shield. The other component on the side serves as the Water Control Valve, It's not the Thermostat.
Haha that funny how you got a Toyota machine working on Nissan, but with the radiator you could have with the fans on and took the whole thing out together.
no please dont for the sake of those who have hearing impairment. it makes it impossible to differentiate between instructions and sounds that are part of the work - which is important to know what to expect - and background noise.
This was a really useful video, my radiator died yesterday and I had to replace it, had no clue how to do it or that this car had 2 thermostats.
This is one of the best repair videos I've seen. Very well done - clear, concise, fast, slows in all the right places. Tips done well. Bravo!
Thank you for the comment. Please like and subscribe. Have a nice day.
fmorelli yep 👍 best Video
Angel, me millennial. I can do small jobs, oil change , spark, coils. My radiator gave out today after 170kmiles. Orders parts online, in store. Took vehicle to mechanic. He wanted $400 for labor. I went home, saw ur video..2 days later( because i was waiting on more parts) i am complete. Feel so good and accomplished because of ur fantastic VIDEO . THANK YOU GOD BLESS U AND UR FAMILY
welcome brother, im happy you got it done on your own. proud of you. please subscribe. god bless to you and your family
In the process of replacing that large freaded freeze plug before the heater hose. Am now thinking of replacing both thermostats, and maybe the radiator and water pump too (just did the hoses a year ago). And this video is right where it is supposed to be, at the top of my search list. Love the way the video is made, "short clips" of every single step. And the camera distance is just right. Makes want to continue working on my car. Keep it up. 👍
you are the reason why i work on my own cars and not a "mechanic" per sey
"per se" ?
I think fixit Angel has the best t-shirt. Thank you again!
this is so helpful, I just recently had my head gasket blow and the radiator just blew up and I'm having to replace everything, this was so helpful
thanks a lot man! besides 2 bolts being stripped on the thermostat housing, the light went off, the car doesn't overheat, and the heater is back!
Love the video and the slow motion, Very clear and concise instrucitons
I believe you make the VERY best videos availiable! Thank you for this one in particular!!!
Very awesome you were thorough you really know what your doing and most of the time with one hand I fixed my daughter's nissan too thank you kind sir
This is the best video on here for this car thanks
thanks for your blessed time
Excelente, saludos desde Sonora México
thats the cleanest engine bay i have ever seen
Best video I've seen . nice job.
This video was actually informative
thats going to take me more than half a day to do. Thanks for the video
Very good video. Its taken me 2 days. Only because I stripped 2 bolts and its Sunday. Nissan parts is closed. Ughh
Such a neat work
Nice
All on point
Thanks for the video!!!!! Great detail video. This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks again.
now this makes sense to me I finally got a location on where to thermostats are located in the Nissan Altima 2003 I've asked a lot of mechanics and they were not sure but this particular year and model does in fact have two thermostats one large one one small one if any of the ones would fail then the system will not work properly.
Sterling Parker one is a thermostat the other is just a water valve.
This is the best of the best.
Thank you so much. 1 little heater pipe holding me up, now can move forward.
Lol What.. ppl have this a thumbs down lol. Dont be a hater all your lives ppl. Just focus and learn from this upfront trusted man as I, LOL :) Well Chris: Play on player, keep pushing on. Great video 💜
Thank u brother. Very well done
Nice one Brod
Great video keep it up man
Great video this is what I have to do
Nice job, dude. I like how people criticize in the comments. If you know what you were doing, why would you come to youtube for a 'how-to' video hahaha
Its entertainment
Solid work man.
Gracias me sirvió mucho tu video...
Best video out there. Thanks Brotha.
Welcome Robert, Please like and subscribe. Thank you bro
Thanks for the video
Very informative video thanks bro!
Where can I get a replacement coolant pipe? Mine is rusted to shit and I'm positive it's going to break when I remove it. Only replacements I keep finding are molded plastics.
Good job bro 🤙
Thanks for the help. I started with the lower thermostat first, Nissan part 21200 for $25 from Nissan, since it's easier. Hopefully the P0128 code stops coming back.
It's been 4 years. Just curious, did replacing just the lower thermostat solve your P0128 code. I have the same code that just came up on my 05 Nissan Altima 2.5l. I ask only because I am hesitant to do the repair procedure twice if I also need to replace the upper thermostat. Thanks in advance!
@@miketipton1456 it did repair the code, yes! it was an easy job
@@dept76 thanks again! I probably could have done just that and been fine. However, I ended up replacing both of the thermostats and the code has not returned. I would rather be safe instead of draining the coolant and taking things apart twice. But you're right, it's usually the lower that goes first. The upper was the original in my car and the lower had been replaced already. Thanks again for your response 👍
Damn bro. Can't say Thanks enough.
Thank you!
Great video, Thank you. Following now
I'm old school. I put blue silicone on all gaskets..
Salamat Kabayan!!
Thanks for this video!
Very Good👍👍
Thanks You very much😘😘
if u can reply please... the second thermostat should be placed with the springside outward away from block right?
Victor Nunez hi, spring side towards the block
After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
Great video man! What do you use to keep it all so clean under the hood buddy?
Fix It Angel Let’s say the radiator is leaking a little but doesn’t overheating. Do I still need to replace those 2 thermostat?
No. Don't need to replace. Sometimes it's smart to replace it while you have the system drained just so you won't have to do it again if the thermostat fails in the future.
Minute 7:18 that u shape hose! Is it connected to something I being wondering where is should be plug on I seen it on my car and I being wondering why is not connected to anything, do you have idea why is this, thanks
Love the slow mo sloshes , puts a smile in my mind ....
Did you use the gasket or no?
excellent thank YOU
Welcome!! Please like and subscribe.
if I'm just replacing the thermostats do I have to remove the radiator?
Daniel Deal no you don't have to remove the radiator
Fix It Angel thanks.
I had the same question glad I found my answer in the comments!
Good job! What is the temperature in operating? 89 ‘c?
thanks that truly helped
glad i read all the comments first
I have a infinity g35 my thermostat can’t be removed from the housing it comes together as a whole assembly. should I use the pour in go version of the blue devil formula?
I am planing on changing my radiator too, after I am done should I top off my transmission with transmission fluid? I heard that some transmission fluid might still be in the radiator. Thanks for the video, very helpful!
+i1794 just put a quarter to half a quart. it's not good to overfill it. welcome and please subscribe
I like to use golfing tees to plug small hoses😎
nice video .. i have altima 05 overheating no leaking coolant full . how can i test the thermostat valve before replace it ?
فريق ميزاب mine is and I found out today is the hose that connect the head cylinder to the thermostat , you should check the hoses first
What is that metal tube you took off?
I can't find the grease you put on the hose. Is there another grease I can use?
Vaseline
@@diegoindigo4207 Thank you.
What is the torque on the wares housing bolts
do the 2012 come with a similar set up
good job please hw many thermostat do u change on the nissan altima, and hw many did it come with thanks
+Prince Dabby Welcome, Please share, subscribe and or donate. Thank you
did you made a video about the struts...kindness appreciated.. thx
I changed both and the temperature sensor, but my temperature needle stopped working.!!any recommendation or suggestion.?
GaboÖ AguîlaR hi, why did you need to change the temperature sensor? Was it bad?
Good evening sir? Have you done an engine swap before? And how much would you charge? I'd trust you to swap one if I ever need too
Thank You!! :)
Fan heater still run hot on 18°c. You think it's termorstat play up? Nissan
these the all car have 2 thermostat? deisel and petrol?
can u do more videos on nissan altimas i have a 2005. thank you
Hey Angel, I've got a an '03 3.5 VQ engine version of this car. I'm seeing in the Nissan shop manual a torque setting for nothing over 8 ftlbs for the bolts over the valve cover for the thermostat (comes as a set (thermostat inside valve already)). I'm rather a perfectionist and my torque wrench doesn't go below 20ftlbs. Would you say I need a torque wrench for this or could I guess a bit on the tension level and still be ok?
Minute 5:59 what's the name of the part I need it asap
Thermostat housing... months later...
hi...any news when your gonna have a video on 2003-2008 corolla(timing chain gasket and head gasket change) its a blessing for kind privilege... thank you always...
+jirojoseph esman Hello, sorry I don't know when. I'm still waiting on my friend. He says in a month but I replaced his front struts just last week. So just waiting on him.
Anh có thể sử lí nước dò ở két làm mát,được..thay phí quá..
how can i tell which thermostat is bad or should they both be replaced at once?
For nissan xtrail 2004 where the thermostat place..thanks
sorry i don't know. we don't have that kind of car in the United States
Does the 3.5 V 6 have to thermostats I'm building pressure on top raidtaor hose noticed omw to work temperature gauge all over the place 🤣🤣
Is it pretty much the same on a 3.5. I need to replace my thermostat and want to do it myself
Hi, I don't think it's the same. Your car is a V6. This car has a 4 cylinder engine.
video from 2016 and the motor from 2006 looks pristine, did they put new unit in the car ?
lol that doesn't look pristine at all. You know, cars in desert climate don't get much rust or dirt..
what was the problem with the car? my nissan takes to long to warm up in the morning , do you think thermostat cold be the problem?
Julio Ponce your heater core is probably bad
Your thermostat is stuck open. That is why it takes longer to warm up.
r the two thermostat the same ones . i mean when u are going to buy them
elvatoloco32 when you go to the auto parts store. They will know what to give you.
Man, you’re pretty good working with one hand and keeping that camera still! How much was the total cost of the parts? I need to do this!
2021. Depending on the radiator, and thermos. Dont ever buy ebay parts. Try OEM dealer but that can be $. The radiator I bought at rockauto midgrade $80. Thermos oem $76. Coolant $40 , 2 gallons. Gasket $6.
I stripped a bolt, $5 , replaced some bolts due to corrosion. $5. Gatorade, chips, a beer $10.
What was that red liquid?
Transmission fluid
the spring goes away from engine block on the top thermostat? is that right?
Koda Bing please watch at 8:58
Fix It Angel that's what I saw! I was just confirming, there are conflicting comments. the lower one good spring side in, the upper faces out. Thanks!
Koda Bing welcome, that is how I removed and installed it. There were no problems after repair.
After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
Aren't you supposed to put the genuine nissan green coolant in here and not just some regular 50/50 because of the nissan coolant being silicate free ? Or is that just legend?
way 2 thermosatet? one is for engen and how about nr 2?
Be happy both are for engine
@@FixItAngel
thank you soo much for ur reply mr Angel... hope to u always reply me im soo introsting about ur work and i learn many things from u.... every night i watching many kind of ur videos...
I'm catching hell getting the big one in the housing I guess thats why you skipped that part anyone have any advice
what is idea of having two thermostats... more money for the dealerships?
Japanese cars are just a little less over engineered than German cars.
How much would u cost me for you to do this on my 2003 nissan altima?
We're both thermostats same size? I only got one...
Matias Aguilar Jr. no they are different sizes.
thank you for all the blessings....
MY 05 Altima has 110k miles and the thermostats (2) were never done....Should I do this ?
if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
جمل شئ انو يعمل بصمت جميل
When replacing a thermostat the spring and wax bronze cylinder sensor goes on the side of the motor and the pointy peak points towards the radiator. The wax bronze cylinder sensor of the thermostat is what senses the hot motor water and expands and opens the thermostat. See the link goo.gl/images/7evGqo
If you don't do it like this you may be ok on normal days. But on a hot rides after you park with a hot engine the internal engine heat keeps raising the water temperature, even while stopped. The incorrect spring position and wax sensor will not activate as intended. It will remain closed and cause a build up of pressure. It could further weaken weak gaskets and other parts such as the water pump shaft gasket and start causing leaks as time goes on. Eventually something will give, a head gasket or any other gasket. It takes time, but it will eventually happen on a hot day. In this video it shows how a previous mechanic incorrectly replaced the thermostat yet the new part was again replaced incorrectly. The problem was not resolved. The problem of over heating will reoccur eventually within a year in normal climate and sooner in hotter climates. New thermostats now come with instructions because apparently videos like this propagate incorrect assumptions. Don't assume. Use better judgement and check professional documentation, references and instructions. Anyone that replaced their thermostat in the reversed order is in for a big surprise on a hot exerted ride day once you park your car and restart it. You won't blow a hose, but you may blow a gasket or spring a leak somewhere within the motor. Good luck and for your safety, redo your work if you reversed the thermostat.
Does a 02 maxima 3.5 automatic have 2 thermostats??
I second this post. After researching online, seeing conflicting videos, tutorials, and even diagrams that come with aftermarket replacement parts, I got ahold of a seasoned Nissan dealership mechanic who confirmed for me that BOTH thermostats in the 02-12 4cyl (qr25de) altima go COIL SPRING INWARDS (ie toward the block). This is a pretty critical determination I'd say, so please correct the content of this TH-cam video if and when you can!
Just found the official Nissan FSM online, which also confirms SPRING TO BLOCK ON BOTH OF THEM.
There is only One Thermostat and it's the one in the front located under the Heat Shield. The other component on the side serves as the Water Control Valve, It's not the Thermostat.
You are incorrect. The qr25 used two thermostats
@@Sasquatch304 One thermostat in the front and the water control valve is on the side. The water control valve is not a thermostat.
Haha that funny how you got a Toyota machine working on Nissan, but with the radiator you could have with the fans on and took the whole thing out together.
2004 altima looks like it's never been used:)
Verga de video excelente compa muy explicado
man i just cant belive how u do all this nice editing but u dont put any music on background... like come on...
no please dont for the sake of those who have hearing impairment. it makes it impossible to differentiate between instructions and sounds that are part of the work - which is important to know what to expect - and background noise.
Why 2 thermostat in these car tnks