2015-2022 Dodge Charger/Challenger: How to replace your thermostat

If your Dodge Charger/Challenger is overheating or thermally unstable, it might be time to replace your car's thermostat. In this video, we'll show you how to do this simple and easy fix.
If you're not sure how to replace your car's thermostat, this video will help you get the job done perfectly. We'll walk you through the steps, step by step, and make sure you understand everything you're doing. With this simple repair, you'll be on your way to restoring your car's thermal stability and cooling performance!
In this video, we're going to show you how to replace your thermostat on a 2015-2022 Dodge Charger/Challenger. This is a common procedure that you'll need to perform on your car, and it's easy to do!If you're having trouble with your car cooling or heating, this video will show you how to replace your thermostat and fix the problem. We'll cover everything you need to know, from how to locate the thermostat on your car, to how to replace it procedure step-by-step. so that you can get your car running the way it should!Don't go to a dealership, save some money and time by doing it yourself. Watch this video to get it done the right way.
Spanish Translation:
Si tu Dodge Charger/Challenger se está sobrecalentando o es térmicamente inestable, puede ser el momento de reemplazar el termostato de tu auto. En este video, te mostraremos cómo hacer esta reparación simple y fácil.
Si no estás seguro de cómo reemplazar el termostato de tu auto, este video te ayudará a hacer el trabajo perfectamente. Te guiaremos a través de los pasos, paso a paso, y nos aseguraremos de que entiendas todo lo que estás haciendo. ¡Con esta sencilla reparación, estarás en camino de restaurar la estabilidad térmica y el rendimiento de enfriamiento de tu auto!
En este video, te mostraremos cómo reemplazar el termostato en un Dodge Charger/Challenger del 2015 al 2022. ¡Este es un procedimiento común que necesitarás realizar en tu auto, y es fácil de hacer! Si estás teniendo problemas con el enfriamiento o calentamiento de tu auto, este video te mostrará cómo reemplazar el termostato y solucionar el problema. Cubriremos todo lo que necesitas saber, desde cómo localizar el termostato en tu auto, hasta cómo reemplazarlo paso a paso, ¡para que puedas hacer que tu auto funcione como debería! ¡No vayas a un concesionario, ahorra algo de dinero y tiempo haciéndolo tú mismo. Mira este video para hacerlo de la manera correcta.

[@martinmccarthy3675]

Thank you for the detailed shots and notes on each part. Great video, sir. 👍

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. Wish my camera man told me the camera was acting up ahead of time

[@zackallen76]

Thanks for the info. I had a "check engine" light on my dash and went to an auto parts store for a free code read. They said it was the thermostat, but it hasn't been running hot or anything so I'll get a second check on the code before I replace it. Needless to say, I've helped my friend replace a thermostat or two on his much older vehicles so I have a general idea of what to do, but I wanted to at least look up a video on my car before I tried to do it myself. Yeah the video focus wasn't the best LMAO, but that tells me that you are more about sharing the information, and the info was just what I needed. Thank you for taking the time and effort into making and sharing the video. 😎

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Yea, my camera man didnt tell me the camera was tripping out like that lol. Was better to show it then not be any help.

[@blacksmithdidit3872]

Great video

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Thank you

[@LEO1WOLF]

Thank YOU for this VID Brother, just yesterday @ Br@kes Pl*s, they quoted me $170 for the part alone (includes the assembly), then with a coolant flush $450.00! That was shocking enough. I asked: "How about if you ONLY replace the thermostat?". They replied it would be at around $350.00. I JUST ABOUT fell out of my chair. Napa sold me the after-market part with assembly (not Mopar), for just under $30.00. Thanks to you, I'll be doing it on my '15 Challenger SXT, in my driveway. Thanks again Pally, GREAT VID, insta' liked & subscribed!

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Im so happy that you got it done. Saving money and DYI is what it's all about. You made my day

[@marcusbrown2795]

2019 challenger too

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Yes

[@jonathang5139]

What size bits are needed? Good info, thanks for taking the time

[@ambitionoliver5928]

For what part are you working on

[@jonathang5139]

@ambitionoliver5928 I have 2015 charger, just had engine light pop on so stopped by autozome for scan and came back thermostat. So I'm probably going to replicate this entire video and curious on sizes used from start to finish. Literally just had driveshaft replaced, then 2 days later a had misfire code, so dodge replaced ignition coil pack, and I'm honestly scared to take it back because I'm about 2k into it just this month. Do you think my misfire/coil pack repair would have effected thermo?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

@jonathang5139 I honestly didnt. This was a friends vehicle. The person holding the camera. He asked if I could change his thermostat and I said yes if you record it for me. It maybe one of your easier fixed and hope it solves the solution. You can tell if its the thermostat if it is stuck open or not functioning correctly when you take it out. It will cause your temperature sensor to act funny sometimes too.

[@naegooday2241]

So where all would I need to put towels to keep the engine dry if I don’t do a complete coolant drain? I’m just changing my thermostat. Also can I use the same coolant that leaked out and put it back in or no?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

You just want to protect any electronic components, so keep it as dry as possible. Yes you can reuse your coolant if you keep it in a clean container that you used to collect the fluid.

[@naegooday2241]

@@ambitionoliver5928thank you so much, going to try this out right now. Hopefully this solves my car troubles.

[@ambitionoliver5928]

@naegooday2241 I hope it solves it and its goes great for you

[@naegooday2241]

@@ambitionoliver5928 It did work for a moment, but unfortunately my car is still jerking when accelerating/rough idle. I believe it may be my coils and going to try tomorrow and see. But thank you sm 🙏🏽

[@ambitionoliver5928]

@naegooday2241 No problem, best wishes for you. Hope its a cheap and easy fix

[@markelllena2269]

Do I neeeed to drain the coolant to change my thermostat?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

No unless you want to replace the old coolant with new coolant. If you do it my way then it is less work. Just be careful and take your time

[@eatshiy]

Do HAVE to drain all coolant?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

No, I didnt do a flush. I just changed the thermostat. Make sure engine is cool and you have something to catch and keep dry engine components. If you want to drain it all then you can use the drain plug for it around the bottom of the radiator

[@eatshiy]

DO I HAVE TO DRAIN THE COOLANT??

[@ambitionoliver5928]

No, you dont. Just make sure you take your time and place towels and bucket inside to keep everything dry

[@eatshiy]

@@ambitionoliver5928 thank you..👍

[@magicmakerify]

Camera man’s fired bruh lol but why do u have to wet the new thermostat w coolant?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

You not lieing lol You want it to make sure it seals

[@Dontrip408]

So I have to use the bleeder screw on a cold engine? Or only if the car is hot?

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Cold engine, start it up and let out an air bubbles.

[@ambitionoliver5928]

I would let it run for a few seconds then turn it and when only liquid is coming out then I would close it

[@Dontrip408]

@@ambitionoliver5928 thanks dude!

[@srtonlylikethat]

@ambitionoliver5928 so when you open the bleeder screw you open the antifreeze cap or no??

[@ambitionoliver5928]

@@srtonlylikethat No just the bleeder

[@badgrandpa9267]

Good info. Terrible camera work.

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Yea I completely know, sorry about it. It was first time using a brand new camera and I didnt know the focus lens was so smart that it keep trying to adjust itself. Definitely dont use that lens for car stuff no more. You literally can hear it focusing itself. I just wanted everyone at least get the information so i posted it. Thank you for the comment.

[@yohanmbe6310]

Camera work was terrible

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Sorry was testing out a new camera lens and equipment. I didnt know it was doing that while it was working on the car. Never using that lens again for auto videos.

[@hectormalave9031]

What’s the point of the video if you can’t see anything lol camera man sucks

[@ambitionoliver5928]

Lol, Im so sorry. Hopefully I can instruction you through here if you have questions.