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2007 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Heater, Thermostat.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 30, 2010

Chevy radiator flush

Engine Cooling problem
2007 Chevy Malibu 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 65000 miles

how can i perform a radiator flush by myself on my 2007 chevy malibu i can find no drain plug under the radiator
Avatar Asked by hostilblazer

Answer

Replied on July 31, 2010

Hi there,

Some radiators do not have drain plugs, to do a complete flush remove a heater hose, lower radiator hose at the radiator and the thermostat housing & thermostat, back flush the heater with low pressure water, then place water hose into heater hose that is connected to the block, flush here, also flush out radiator & flush with hose in thermostat housing, when water runs clean, you are done, replace thermostat and seal/ gasket with new, replace hoses and top up coolant, bleed air and run till normal temp is up, check heater is hot, check for any leaks.

mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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