Cost to change thermostat on chevy equinox lt 2005

Could it be a blown fuse?

In most cases they pop off with light pressure on the long sides of the light covers.

here is a pdf with instructions to change it and where it is located

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Have you done a compression check? I had the same problem on an S-10 Chevy pick up. Found that # 3 cylinder had low compression due to a burnt exhaust valve. No more problems after having valve job done on the engine.

You can buy a flush kit from your local auto supply store to add to your cooling system for this and future flushing. As for changing your thermostat - simply remove the thermostat housing - remove the old thermostat - replace with new (be sure it is the one rated for the season at hand) - replace gaskets (or use RTV gasket maker) and reinstall housing. Fill the system with proper % ratio of coolant to water (usually 50/50). Drive away happy.:) PS You can find your thermostat housing by following the top rad hose from the rad back to it at the intake manifold.

Yes, sorry, or suffer expensive differential type of failure. And get wear issue resolved.

at 60k, if it aint been done,do the lot.....filters oils.....antifreeze.....belts.....timing belt. then you have another 60k before you have another big bill.....

5W30 is standard for modern GM vehicles, for all temperature ranges. Synthetic vs normal is up to your preference.

check the wheel wells for a loose liner that will rub when making turns and will come and go as it shifts sometimes also