What causes a 2003 Impala to overheat?

What causes a 2003 Impala to overheat?

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

Where’s the thermostat on a Chevy Impala?

On the 3.6L engine of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala, You’ll be able to find the thermostat housing near the engine block, at the end of the radiator hose. It’s near the water pump housing, toward the rear of the engine.

How do you remove the thermostat cover on an Impala?

Remove the clamp that holds the hose onto the cover with a screwdriver. Slide the clamp down the hose so it does not get lost. Pull the hose off the cover and slide it to the side. Remove the thermostat cover by removing the two bolts that hold the cover onto the intake manifold of the Impala.

Where is the top radiator hose on an Impala?

Locate the top radiator hose and trace it to the location where the hose is connected to the Impala’s engine. The metal cover that the hose is connected to is the thermostat cover. Remove the clamp that holds the hose onto the cover with a screwdriver.

Where to place the thermostat on an intake manifold?

Place the new thermostat into the intake manifold with the correct end facing out of the intake. The thermostat will be marked with the end that should be placed in the “up” position. Place the new gasket onto the intake manifold and replace the thermostat cover. Bolt the cover into place using the bolts that were previously removed.

What kind of car is a 2003 Chevy Impala?

The 2003 Chevy Impala was a throwback to the horsepower hot rods of the 1960s and 1970s. Since they have higher horsepower output, people tend to drive them harder. If you’re an Impala owner and you have a lead foot, you should keep an eye on the thermostat.