I'd guess 4 hours of labor would about cover the job. It's worth it.
A 1996 Pontiac Sunfire uses Dexcool coolant. This should only be mixed with distilled water, never tap water. Replace the coolant every 2 years or as needed.
Off the water pump
Pay a mechanic to replace it
Take it out and put a new one in!
Is located in side right under manifold
Usually right above and in line with the crankshaft pulley
I have a 98 GT it was underneath yhe car just follow the water hose
The coolant container in my '96, has a mark on the front end, which says "Full Cold". When the car is cold, fill with a 50/50 coolant and water mix. FriPilot
Bad trunk lid gasket. The gasket may have come loose or got cut.
it's in the belt path and has sort of a snout behind the pulley. It's back near the tensioner.
The red water symbol is an indication that the water is overheating. The red battery symbol is a indication the charging system is not working.
To change the thermostat on a sunfire,look for the largest hose going into the water pump.Should be to the left as you look down at your fan.There should be a clamp holding the hose on. Remove the hose and look in the hole that the hose was pulled out of. It will be seated right there.If you need a pic. I have a manual and I can email it to anyone . My email is: jaybird@supercity.ca