Hey guys
I recently asked for help on how to replace my thermostat and thermostat housing, well finally i got around to finish it (which im very proud of for my first under the hood experience) However I got to the last step in which I am asked to leave the air bleed screw open until some of the coolant seeps out. I did this however it will not seep out any coolant, I got to the point where the temperature gauge was getting to the really hot section again so I turned it off being scared of my engine over heating. Any ideas on what I should do next? I have spoken to some people that tell me i am done, and others that tell me to keep it running regardless of the temperature heating up

I think the coolant is flowing since when i touch the hoses they feel warm/hot

 

Should work

Start the engine and put the heat on.

Loosen the bleeder valve some until you hear some air release. Release the air then tighten it back up. Check the coolant tank level and top it off with more antifreeze mixture.

Keep repeating this process until the point that when you loosen the bleeder valve, no more air comes out, just coolant.

At this point check the coolant tank again, system should be about full. Keep your eye on the coolant temps in case there happens to be more air pockets. Check for leaks and then rinse off excess coolant spilled into the engine bay.

 

Everything Raven said. Also, just know it takes a while, so be patient and you'll get it.

 

where is the coolant bleeder valve?

 

It's right in front of the radiator, just to the left of center. There is a a plastic insert in the rubber hose that has a round screw with a flat top and two perpendicular slots that will fit a large flat blade screwdriver.

 

thanks Eric. When we cut the lines in the tubing to add the adapter for the water temp sensor I know some air must have been introduced to the system. I will bleed the lines tomorrow. I have been working on the car all weekend installing the GP IC, JCW CAI, oil pressure and water temp gauges. All this while fighting a cold. my priorities are clear.

 

Do I release the vavle until violent comes out or just loosen and tighten until coolant comes out?

 

'violent'??

It will usually sputter a bit with air and coolant. Just wait until only coolant comes out, then tighten. And wash down the spilled coolant.

 

Start with the engine cold, not hot or it will be violent.