Today's computer controlled engines are designed to run on a very tight set of parameters. Simply changing the thermostat to a 180 degree would change timing, fuel mixtures, etc. Not necessarily for the best without reprogramming.
Give me a diagram of the location of the thermostat on a 2001 Chevy Malibu
the thermostat is in the coolant cap
The 1981 Chevy Malibu 350 engine thermostat is located on the front of the engine. You can follow the water supply hose from the radiator to the thermostat.
Yes, it has one.
Where is the thermostat located at on a 2004 Chevy Malibu 3.5 liter V6
Call a mechanic
The thermostat on a 1999 Chevy Malibu 2.4L is located on top of the engine, in the intake manifold. It is within its own housing which is connected to the upper radiator hose.
is this a 3.1l v6 or 2.4l 4cyl?
Most stats are located in the thermostat housing at the bottom of the upper radiator hose.
Call nearby Chevy dealer and ask Service Department for location of thermostat. Same thing happens to my Chevy, service dept helped define the coolant / thermostatt problem and location over phone. Good Luck!
180 degree.
Drain the radiator. The thermostat is in a housing connected to the water pump. Remove the housing to replace the thermostat and gasket.