Should be located in a removable housing at the engine end of the upper radiator hose Drain about 1 gallon of coolant from the radiator
Remove this housing
Make note how thermostat is installed
Clean both surfaces
Replace thermostat and gasket
Re-install housing
Re-fill coolant slowly to prevent an air lock
Start engine and look for leaks
Run engine to normal operating temperature with heater on
Re-check coolant level
The gas gauge and thermostat on a 2002 express van are not related. You have two separate problems with the vehicle.
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To replace the thermostat on a 2002 Cavalier 22 Ecotec, drain the radiator and remove the upper hose assembly. Replace the thermostat and refill the radiator.
If you suspect it is clogged just replace it, then you will know if that was your problem.
Just the thermostat and the gasket.
Remove old thermostat. Install new thermostat.
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To replace the thermostat on a 2002 Nissan Altima first drain out the coolant. Then proceed the to locate the thermostat housing which is by the engine compartment fuse box. Unbolt the housing and replace the thermostat.
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That is normal, It is a thermostat
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The thermostat housing is located at the end of the lower radiator hose on these models.