More than one way to bleed a Hemi coolant system
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Quick Tip: 5.7 Hemi coolant bleeder location and fill procedure
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Hey man, I don’t think you understand how helpful you were to me. Trying to deal with this seized bleeder valve and having to work night shifts and share my wife’s vehicle last two days and hours and hours of research you ended up helping. Thank you.
Same here! Stripped out the bleeder screw, did not think of the temp sensor.
Mine was tight, but I sprayed some spray on it and used a hammer to bang it. Using a bar like he did in this video will ensure you cause an issue.
You should do more 5.7 hemi videos. Your vids are very helpful
I will certainly keep that in mind in the future. Thanks for watching and dont forget to subscribe.
Hey David I appreciate you taking the time to do this video, it's helped me out and possibly just saved me hundreds of dollars, but then again maybe not lol. I say that bc I am currently having an issue with my '06 Chrysler 300c (5.7 hemi) and that issue, and I say that bc it's just one of the few issues I've been faced with which is oil in my coolant reservoir(if that's even what it is idk) all I can tell u is it looks like something similar to red clay like gunk. I took it to a couple shops and they both say it's oil due to either a head gasket or possibly a cracked block. The thing is it's going to cost me a ton of money that I don't have. So my question is David, can i drain/flush the entire thing, replace with fresh coolant and add head gasket/ block sealer? I'm not leaking or losing any fluids that I can see, but obviously something is going on with my coolant reservoir looking like it's mixed with red/ brown clay? Id really appreciate any help I can get if possible, thanks.
@@davidhunter184 your gonna have to drain flush and fill your coolant. Have that head gasket replaced change coolant change engine oil. If problem persist most likely you have a craked block. Only way to get a cracked block is if you over heated it.
@@rhurtadorh32 ok, thanks I'm going to get right on it, hopefully it won't cost too much lol. I heard it was very expensive to even changing the gasket. I'll check around and see what these other shops say, I know I can't afford it at the dealership. Again, thanks for your help.
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I have to say that your videos are possibly the best "how to" video's that I have ever watched. Your are clear, concise and knowledgeable. Thank you for taking the time to help us all out. It is appreciated.
It's nice that there is a bleeder port to use. I recently had an overheating issue with my 5.7 Hemi Jeep. Replaced the thermostat and housing but that didn't do anything. Then it blew the upper radiator hose. So, I decided it was time to replace the stock water pump. Using your information, I was able to successfully bleed the system.
David, another great and helpful video! Just one thing, when applying the high temp thread sealer, it should always be one thread back on the item it’s being used on to prevent it from eventually traveling around in the coolant. Again, great video and info, you guys are the best! Thank you.
You saved me on how to bleed our 2012 Chrysler 5.7 went to different store's even mopar nobody new what to do. Thank you.
Thanks for finding this video and for commenting as well.....glad I could help out. Now make sure to subscribe
@@MotorCityMechanic my sensor looks really old and I'm having trouble removing it to bleed. I was told i can just leave the coolant cap off and run it for 30 mins to bleed it, is that true?
My tag line for my channel (although I rarely use it) is: "With options you always have tomorrow". I love options and you just added one. Thanks Dave.
No.....thank you Wyatt for the continued support!
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Thank you. I was in a jam on side of the road and now back in the road with no problems.
I couldn't remove the bleed plug in my 05 Hemi Magnum. I used one of those large funnels that attach to the overflow bottle and extended it up high. As the engine ran, it gurgled and gurgled and filled the system. It never overheated at all according to the gauge and the next day, the coolant was down just a little in the bottle. If i could get the plug out I would install a small valve that a tube could be attached to and avoid getting coolant on my belt.
Thanks man you are a life saver i was stuck because the bleeder is stripped
Seen that happen a few times and knew that had to be another way
I would recommend it would "always" be better to bleed air from the sensor hole than the plug simply because you are the most gauranteed the sensor can be removed and reinstalled trouble free than the plug. More likely the metal plug will be siezed or pull the threads out with it than any issue that may be encountered with the plastic sensor. The plastic sensor can be MUCH easier replaced with a new one if you broke it or rounded off the nut faces on it than removing/replacing the metal plug if you round out the wrench faces or break off an allen ball tip in it or strip off some threads.
Man, you just help me with my issue. 2010 RT Chally 64k miles. Best explanation yet!
Had to go with this method and the sensor to bleed my HEMI.
Jacked up the drivers side of the car to tilt it so all the air could escape the small pocket on the bleeder bolt side. Worked great!
Thanks a whole bunch for the video. I just swapped out the heater core in my 2006 jeep commander with the 5.7 hemi and tried the funnel trick but still wasn't getting the heat I was getting before the swap, so now I'll try your way and see if I get better results, wish me luck.
Very clever alternative, thanks. I was watching because I will be swapping the water pump and I'll use the normal bleeder. Thanks for that video too. Several hemi water pump videos replace the pump, but skipped the filling and bleeding tasks which are important.
Also make sure the bleed port on t-stat is on top when installing t-stat.
This step really helped out Thanks A Lot! In my case it was a clogged radiator on a Ram 1500 5.7. It slowly built up heat up to 230 driving,but never boiled over. It took a long time to cool down.
More video on HEMI please! I enjoy your video, well explained, understood, soft and clear.
George all the way from Namibia
I remember back with my 82 024 with the 2.2 and the 90 shadow with the 2.5 I(recommended by the dodge club) replaced the bleed plug in the thermostat housing with nipple, elbow and pet cock or small valve, they also recommended drilling a small hole in the base of the thermostat itself, both worked wonders when changing fluid and bleeding air and living here in canada never affected the heat :)
I have heard a few people drilling the thermostat.....havent done it myself. I can see where it can help. Thanks for watching!
My man,I've looked at a lot of mechanic videos over the years.You are a cut above.I appreciate your no nonsense aproach,your knowledge and your delivery of the information,keep up the good work,very helpful Brother,God Bess ya.
Wow…..thank for those kind words! It’s greatly appreciated
Great video! Have you possibly made one or are planning on recording a 5.7 challenger water pump replacement? That seems to be fairly common and would probably help out a lot of shade tree mechanics hemi owners like me
Good video. Just did my pump using the bleeder valve, and the coolant just went down a couple of times, but then I just topped it off, and it's all good!
David always love the videos you do on Hemi engines as I have a 07 300c 5.7 and had to change the water pump 4 times. They seem to leak behind the pump by the little gap next to Alt. 4th time is the charm it seems to work now no leaks I just added a little more silicone in that area. Keep up the good work David and thanks for showing where that bleeder plug is most auto part shops don’t know.
Thanks Robert. I need to eventually do a video on the waterpump on a Hemi....mine is seaping and covered under the extended warranty. Just have to find the time. Thanks for watching the videos and for following the channel.
Absolutely amazing video and explanation. The previous owner stripped the bleeder value and this solution worked perfectly. The coolant temp is now operating at the right degrees. Thank you again!!!!
I almost sold my jeep for scrap value you rock bud keep it up change the world
I agree, you should do more 5.7 hemi videos Especially 2013.
I hope you make some decent coin doing the videos. Cause you deserve it. They are great. Thanks for all the helpful info presented in a straight forward way. Helped me a lot
Just want to say thank you very much for the video have been struggling with my 06 SRT8 for a couple of days I executed Plan B everything worked out perfectly once again thank you for your video👍👍👍👍👍
Glad you were able to get it handled and that the video helped. Thanks for watching and for being a loyal subscriber.
You save my engine from overheating today July 4, 2020 man I thank you very much for making this videoGot a new water pump they did not bleed 🩸 the cooling system!!🧨💪🏾BLM🏎
Not really
Perfect.. torque specs.... sign of a professional. Best to you and yours.
Many thanks Ray! Appreciate the feedback and for you watching. Make sure to subscribe
Thanks for the video. One thing about fixing stuff is we all have our own methods. Personally speaking, I would rather go to a store and buy a 1/4" hex socket or allen wrench than mess with a plastic functioning temp sensor. But I know guys who drill a very small hole in thermostats also as their fix ?
Some thermostats have a small "rattle vent".....drilling a hole could help but it could affect the way that the system monitors the temp. What I mean is.....if the engine takes too long to warm up.....because of the hole allowing the coolant to bypass the valve and not get warmed up as designed.....it can cause a check engine light code. I too rather use the bleeder....plastic can get brittle over time. I have been getting alot of comments on the other related video about all the issues they have been running into and this version is just another option as in "worse case". Thanks Richard for watching!
I'm new to being a hemi owner , 2012 5.7 and am nervous about my temp fluctuating from 195 to 223°.
Anyway you're my go to of all the others. Thanks and keep it up 👍👍
What did you end up doing?
Thanks, David. Good option to have, that bleeding through the temp sensor opening. Just did a water pump job on a 2012 Durango R/T with the 5.7 Hemi. I ran out of Teflon tape so just installed the temp sensor with none. Will go back later with the thread sealant (and also get more Teflon tape). I'm also getting an inch-pounds torque wrench, because mine does 10-150 ft.-lbs. Also, I subscribed because you're Chrysler-specific. Thanks again.
I have a 5.7 in my 2004 Ram. Just did a cooling system overhaul. No bleeder plug like on the set-up being shown here. Left the temp sensor out when filling up till it got there, then put the temp sensor in. You have to unbolt the A/C pump to get to it. Not hard when doing the water pump.
Yeah the trucks seem to always be a bit different. But as you found out….more then one way to skin a cat. Thanks for watching
Great vid. The way the bleeders are secured with some industrial strength thread seal seems make them quite hard to get out. Meanwhile, our 2006 WK 5.7 does not have the temp sensor. Seems a bit of a poor design to me.
Great video . I have 6.4 hemi in my chrysler 300 can't seem to open the bleeder valve on the water pump . Will be going in through the temp sensor hole . Cars heat ATM works best while driving . I have air in the system .
I want to thank you for the tip I had a problem with the flow seven thank you
Appreciate you watching Felipe! Make sure to subscribe
Many thanks for your detailed explanation! It helped me a lot to change the thermostat on my Chrysler 300C Hemi! 😊👍👌Best regards from Germany🙋
Great to hear!
Great to meet you in person! Awesome video brother!
Many thanks man! Trying to catch up on emails, sorry for the delay. It was great to meet you as well. Again....thanks for stopping by and for commenting!
David, GM... Great video and great information on bleeding the coolant system. I have the 6.4 Liter, 2012 Challenger SRT8. Your video was also well put together and professional.
Awesome ride you got there! Thanks for the great feedback and kind words. Make sure to enjoy the weekend!
@@MotorCityMechanic , Thanks David...You have a great weekend.
This is what worked for me yesterday !!!, thanks for the tip!
Your welcome and glad that the video helped.
Thank you brother that was very helpful I’m going to try that on my 2011 ram 1500
Very helpful! My hemi had a lot of air to bleed out. Worked like a charm.
I definitely learned something, thanks a lot!
Your welcome!
Extremely educational
Thanks Daniel! Appreciate the comments and for watching.
Another super helpful video! Would like to hear your experience and opinion on the 5.7 Hemi lifter tick and cam lobe and lifter roller failures. Seems like a way to common failure that doesn't have a 100% effective fix. Thanks!
90% of the ones we see are fleet vehicles.....and patrol cars. The issue with them is that they idle all day long in most cases and thats not a good thing especially when the oil pressure can get to single digits at times. Being that they idle all day long.....the idle time doesnt get factored into the oil change interval either. They typically go every 5000 which works great on a normal vehicle but not in this case.....that means in some cases once you factor in idle time (1 hr=30 miles driven) a 5000 mile oil change might actually be more like 10,000-12,000 in some cases we have seen. If you drive it normal and change the oil when your suppose to then you shouldnt have any issues. Thanks for watching and for asking. Make sure to subscribe.
Quick question, when I use the bleeder valve to expel any air trapped should I have the front of my car lifted or leveled while I do this?
Thank you!!!!! My bleeder screw is seized and I wanted to just kick the tire abs walk away like the movies 😂😂. Doing this in the morning!!!!
Nice bud . I hope mine is just the sir trapped sand not the head gaskets
Thanks for this David, I have an 07 Hemi in my Jeep and there is no way that bleed plug would come out. I have also used the Lisle radiator bleeder funnel system which works well on vehicles that are hard to bleed the air out of.
Just an FYI my 2016 6.4 has a bleeder line where the bleeder screw was. This allows the air to bleed automatically it burps itself no bleeding required.
I got a 2016 6.4 challenger scat...mine has this too?
@@STARFIGHT88 I have never had to bleed the system and according to the Dealer this was the reason Dodge put the line in.
The easiest way to convert between foot and inch-pounds is 1-foot pound equals 12-inch pounds. Good video.
Exactly.....most people over look that. Thanks Andrew for watching and for the added tip. Make sure to subscribe.
Great video David, Thanks for being informative and clean (mouthed) makes all the difference in the world. God bless
Thakz for u video it save me a couple or hundred $
Awesome! Always happy to help however I can
Thank youuu sirrrr this video was very very helpful the bleeder screw was not torn up but it had seized in the motor so I pulled the temp sensor, mannnn you’re the #GOAT 🐐🐐🐐 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💯💯💯✅✅✅
very helpfull, since my bleeder stuck/rounded allen drive.
Awsome idea. I have a 2011 ram 5.7 hemi with a seized bleeder valve so I'm going to see if this tip works for me. I'm subscribing!
Many thanks Ryan. I hope this helps you and I appreciate you watching
Did it?
It sure did. Bleeder valve was seized and eventually stripping. This helped get the air out. Great idea.
@@ryanv7195 Damn sure did work 💪🏽
Fantastic video my friend,I like your serious no nonsense approach,good stuff.
MAN you saved my life great video
Glad I can help in anyway possible
i love the hand gestures!
I drill a hole in the thermostat ,unless it has a bleeder built-in that seems to get rid of any air pocket in the vehicle.
I have heard of a few doing that. I have to wonder if it would set a thermostat rationality code however.....then again a small hole might not affect it that much temp wise when warming up. As long as you have a new seal or going back with a new t-stat and doing it then sounds fine to me. Thanks for watching and especially for the comment.
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Ive done it on many new vehicles, only a tiny hole is needed, like at most, 1/16-1/8”
Just need to make sure the hole is near the top
I just replaced the radiator should i fill up radiator with coolent before starting the bleeding process?
This guy is great!
Very helpful thanks someone stripped the bleeder screw prior smh
How about removing the 5.7 Hemi stubborn radiator petcock video. Tx as you are through
good info i have a 3.6 in a jeep and its hard to get to the bleeder il have to try this on the 3.6 when i flush it
d pete unfortunately the temp sensor is not that easy to get to. I recommend working with the bleeder screw on the t-stat housing you can try using a 90 degree screw driver or gently grasp it with a set of pliers. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe
Thanks man this help me out so much u have no idea
Car off. Using the front plug method. Got it. So no heater on max necessary.
Great videos man. Clear, to the point and getting the job done ! Thanks !
Thank you very much
You are welcome
Great how to video so anyone could do it
Great video in Detail! Thanks much brotha...You should make more videos on 5.7L HEMIS we need your help brotha! Lol...Hope to see more videos...Thanks
Thanks Rafael. I will certainly keep that in mind. I appreciate the comment and for you watching the video. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
Great video
Many thanks!
This guy is the best!
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Just Did! 👍
@@15DurangoRT Thanks
What a great follow up video! As a guy that has replaced 4 water pumps (post warranty) any video from you about the Hemi is loved. I have a question, after the last water pump change I noticed my upper hose was collapsing after motor cooled down. I replaced the hose (it was time anyway) but the new one is also collapsing. New Radiator cap in order?
Could be a bad cap.....I havent seen that issue in a long time. Thats where I could start first for sure. Thanks for watching!
Thank you! My current situation. Think my bleeder may be stripped.
Question I have a 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T I never had problems with my car over heating But recently I changed my Radiator bought it from American Muscle As well replaced A/C condensor now my car is over heating. I also changed my thermostat and over heating continued then replaced radiator fan from Orielys. And.. still over heating.
That's awesome thanks so much appreciate your skill and knowledge
Thanks for sharing..my time to replace mine
What if I'm just replacing thermostat without draining system. How do I bleed it since the system is already filled (minus the few ounces that will flow out when removing thermostat)?
Goood video I just did my water pump, same engine you are talking about thanks…
I just replaced the upper radiator hose on my 5.7 hemi charger filled my pressure tank can I run the car to fill up the radiator itself or do I need to bleed the system
Personally I would bleed it. Then seal it up be run it until the thermostat opens. Cool off and recheck the level
I need a help please. I did flush for my hemi 5.7 and thermostat changed. The car gets overheated after while. The coolant level is the same. When I open the bleeding screw no water comes out even id I top up water in the tank. Whats the problem here? Thanks
Well most thermostats have a little tiny micro hole in that thermostat?
Must have the “jiggle valve” but doesn’t seem to allow enough air thru or at least not fast enough
Absolutamente Chingon !!!! Absolutely awesome !!!!
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate it. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
You make Great detailed videos! Thanks from DD TEAM RC !
Good morning David. Thank you for the video. Good job. I appreciate your videos. Have a blessed and safe week.
Thanks Billy.....you do the same as well!
Hola...
Qué buen video, trabajas muy bien.
Me gustaría que trabajaras mi Dodge, motor Hemi.
Saludos desde Guatemala.
David if I were to take it to him mechanic and tell him that it needed to be believed the water needed to be bleeded because my water pump broke would they know what to do just by telling them that I know that's what's wrong because all the other parts have already ready when replaced except that part and how much would it cost me
I got a 2012 ram w 5.7 hemi.. and it overheats when at idle or a driveway for a long time..at that point my ac stops working.. it goes up half way between normal and the 3/4 temp mark..so basically about 5/8 or so of the gauge..woul that be an air pocket issue or fan...changed coolant
There shouldnt be an air pocket unless there was a leak or when you change the coolant. If thats the issue when you changed it then it shouldnt have been over heating before...if it was then there is another issue. I would recommend having it checked further. Could be numerous items....fan, clogged radiator....etc. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
I have this same issue and I also hear the coolant gushing behind my glove box. But the coolant level is always high in the radiator. Gonna try to bleed it in the morn.
Very well done David. It's always great to learn new tricks for keeping our vehicles in top shape
Thanks for sharing
You sure your not a automotive shop teacher? Will there be a test at the end of these Hemi Videos?
Thanks Scott for watching and for the feedback. Shop teachers dont get pain enough in my opinion so its not for me. There is one test question......have you subscribed yet? lol
@@MotorCityMechanic long time ago.
@@scottgorman7166 Many thanks. Enjoy the weekend
Hello, can U make a video, or just said how can i remove complete coolant from engine and cooler, i know only red pickock, but when i open it comes out only 2-3 liters, but i want to remove everything.
Excellent video! It has been a long time I haven't seen such a clear explanation! Quick question, please: can you tell me the normal running temperature for a Chrysler 300c 2011 in a 90 - 100 degree Florida area?
Oceanpointe Distributors Corp many thanks for the kind words. The normal temp range is half way on the gauge. Which is around 210ish give or take.. thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe
Excellent tutorial. Just a quick question. Isn't the Jiggle Pin Weep Hole present in some thermostats preciselly to avoid bleeding the system?
David I just added a water pump cuz it broke I have already added where you took the two big screws out and I added just the lid just to make sure they did tell me that the water probably needed to be pumped out because it might have bubbles in it what is the cost more or less
Hey I have a 2004 Durango with the 5.7 hemi however I have neither the bleed screw or temp sensor on the top of my block any other potential bleeding methods?
If the bleeder is frozen what's the best way to remove it, I don't have much room for large tools and it was said to be 1/4 L hex/torx but it won't fit, I've tried metric as well no luck and I don't want to grind out the inner plug so I stopped