Location of Thermostat on 2008 Chevy Uplander
The thermostat on a 2008 Chevy Uplander is located on the lower, passenger-side corner of the engine. If the Uplander has a 3.5-liter engine, the thermostat is located just above the air conditioning compressor. If it has a 3.9-liter engine, the thermostat is almost in the same location, but directly above the oil filter housing. The process for either engine is the same, and it’s important to properly fill and bleed the cooling system to complete the repair.
If you have further questions about accessing or replacing the thermostat, feel free to ask!
Contents
- How do I know if I have a bad thermostat?
- What happens when body control module goes bad?
- Why is my Chevy Uplander overheating?
- Where is the body control module on a 2008 Chevy Uplander?
- How do you test a car thermostat without removing it?
- What is the symptoms of a bad or failing thermostat?
- Can a bad thermostat cause an engine to overheat?
- How much does it cost to replace a thermostat in a 2008 Chevy Uplander?
- How do you know if BCM module is bad?
- Is my car overheating or is my thermostat bad?
How do I know if I have a bad thermostat?
A bad thermostat can be detected when your AC or furnace is not turning on, your HVAC systems are not turning off, the thermostat not responding, your HVAC system is short-cycling, the room temperature not matching the temperature displayed on the thermostat, and the programmed setting resetting themselves.
What happens when body control module goes bad?
A faulty BCM can trigger various issues such as malfunctioning electronics, excess battery drain, and a no-start condition.
Why is my Chevy Uplander overheating?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Uplander is overheating are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat.
Where is the body control module on a 2008 Chevy Uplander?
HELLO LOOKING FOR BCM ON 08 UPLANDER
The BCM is located on the drivers side of the passenger compartment under the dashboard.
How do you test a car thermostat without removing it?
There are several ways to check the health of your car’s thermostat and you don’t necessarily have to remove it: observing the coolant flow or measuring the temperature of the upper and lower radiator hoses with an infrared thermometer. Check if the thermostat is stuck closed.
What is the symptoms of a bad or failing thermostat?
- Overheating And Overcooling. Overheating is the most common symptom of a failing thermostat.
- Coolant Leaking. If you have experienced problems with overheating or notice liquid dripping under your car, it is a sure sign of a coolant leak.
- Strange Sounds And Temperature Changes.
- Heater Problems.
Can a bad thermostat cause an engine to overheat?
Overheating is the most common symptom of a failing thermostat. Due to corrosion or aging, your car’s thermostat can get stuck in a closed position. If this happens, the thermostat will not let the coolant reach the radiator, and, as mentioned above, the engine will overheat, causing severe damage.
How much does it cost to replace a thermostat in a 2008 Chevy Uplander?
The average cost for a Chevrolet Uplander Thermostat Replacement is between $666 and $726.
How do you know if BCM module is bad?
Irregularities in window operation, central locking, dashboard lights, windshield wipers, etc., could be a telltale sign of a failing BCM. Use a Diagnostic Scanner: Connect a diagnostic scanner to the vehicle’s OBD-II port. This device reads error codes that the vehicle’s computer has stored.
Is my car overheating or is my thermostat bad?
If it continues to read too cold or registers too hot, then there is the chance that the temperature gauge should be replaced. If working correctly and your vehicle keeps overheating, then there may be an issue with the coolant or engine itself. If too cold, then the thermostat could be stuck open, causing overcooling.
