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Drain about 1 gallon of coolant from radiator Remove housing at the engine end of the upper radiator hose Make note how thermostat is installed in housing Clean both surfaces well Install new thermostat and gasket Re-fill coolant slowly to prevent an "airlock" Start engine and look for leaks Run engine up to normal operating temperature with heater on Re-check coolant level

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Q: How do you install a thermostat on a 1991 Chevy Astro van?
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