How to replace Chevy Cruze coolant reservoir - FAST & EASY! - Malibu/Impalla

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[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@darkspd31]

Done! Got the exact same part from Amazon in 2 days, for $19, they quoted me $400 for this job, finished it in just under an hour, you save me $380 buddy!!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ that’s awesome! We are honored to read this, no joke. You will continue to benefit greatly by making your projects DIY. Many more helpful videos to come. 😁👍🧰

[@Charles95NS]

This has to be one of the best mechanic videos that applies to me that I have seen so far.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Charles95NS This means the world to us, no joke! Thank you for writing us, and we are truly honored to help! DIY community is the best! 😁👍🧰

[@michaelpison9520]

Added coolant to my wife's cruze for over a year, couldn't find the leak. Watched your video and decided that might be it. Sure enough, cracked on the bottom. Thanks for the video.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@michaelpison9520 You are welcome, we appreciate you sharing this. That’s a great and rewarding feeling getting the leak fixed.

[@samanthabrown2480]

Thankyou so much! I didn't want to pay $400 for the dealer to fix this when I knew I could do it for cheaper ($55 total, inc. petrol go get the part). I was stuck on how to remove the clip and remove it and this helped so much. Who said a woman can't fix something on a car! 😂

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Sam Davison Thanks for watching & sharing your comment Sam! We absolutely love reading comments like this. We are so happy to hear the video helped. 😀 Making this a DIY project definitely saves some cash 💰 & it’s also a very rewarding experience after completing project. Let us know if you have any questions along the way, we are here to help! Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@brandybmay]

Omg ima do mines myself also he gave a very good tutorial!

[@tiffanycollins30tc]

Same! Such a great video, thank you so much ❤️

[@liapia88]

I know this was 3 years ago but wanted to say you're very thorough and easy to follow! Thank you! Subbed

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning Loah, welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. We appreciate you sharing this, we are still extremely committed to answering all questions for our fellow DIY’ers no matter the age of the video. Thanks again for reaching out to us & sharing this, hope all is well with you and your family. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@blueblues8845]

Hi, I'm from South Korea. Thanks to you, I was able to replace the coolant reservoir by myself. Not only did I save money, but it was also fun to repair the car with my hands. Thank you very much!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome Awesome & that’s great to hear. Hello to you in South Korea. Well done & we appreciate you sharing this. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Let us know if you have any questions, us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together. Enjoy your night. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@malayabrown1762]

The steps were easy but actually getting the parts off took some elbow grease but I would definitely recommend this video 10/10

[@Sarah-yh8nw]

I've been with a coolant leak for 2 years now, spent thousands at mechanics replacing pretty much everything but the reservoir. Gonna try this and hope this fixes it

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Sarah-yh8nw Thanks for watching, any update? Hopefully this helps resolve your leak.

[@marcpower4167]

Thank you so much, I was getting this burning rubber smell coming through my vents with the heat on, figured it may have been a coolant leak. Followed your instructions as best as I could and so far, the smell is gone. Got the part off amazon for $40 and did thr labor myself. You may have saved me hundreds of dollars and I was able to do it while the temp is at 30 below. 😁 Now here's hoping I didn't give myself pneumonia or frostbite. 😅

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for sharing this, that’s awesome. Not only did you save money, but you have earned that rewarding feeling. Thanks for taking the time out of your Sunday afternoon to reach out to us. 😁👍🧰

[@foodbackstories]

My thanks is not enough for this great video, Michael. Two of the lips broke off in my Chev Cruze LS 1600. My fan was going beserk and upon opening the bonnet to my shock discovered that one hose was completely loose off the longer narrow lip and spurted coolant all over the eng. block. Long and short of it was that the coolant resevoir had emptied amd I was a few miles away from a total engine seizure, which I would not have been able to afford to redo. I bought the car brand new and two years after I had a leak in the bottle. Again, by luck I opened the bonnet to check something and, by miracle chance saw reservoir almost empty. My car was still under warranty at the time and the mechanics for GM dealer said unfortunately that's a problem with the Cruzes. Now that was two years old. My car is now 6 years old - in fine, fine, nick with not much mileage - but it's the SECOND time this has happened. I love my car - it's reliable takes me everywhere - BUT Just cannot understand how a big multinational like GM can insert a very important part of any vehicle - though it might seem innocuous - into their product. Such an innocuous part could cause a huge engine failure and result in turmoil for Cruze owners. Exactly, we are not supposed to check every day whether a reservoir is intact. Shouldn't they have been recalled when these cars were brought out to remedy the issue. A big big negative. Anyway through your expert advice - I'm not technical - managed to get the sick part off its mounting and now off to the spare parts shop down the road. I am NOT buying the GM part, for sure. I will watch the how to drain part when I get back to fix up. But ... do I have to really drain it? So a million thanks Michael. Really appreciate it brother. I am extremely lucky. I could have been minus my wheels today - and I can't afford to be without a car. God Bless. Go well. Mark from South Africa.

[@dalemc6627]

Hello, I found this video to very helpful in replacing my leaking reservoir. I actually had a point hole leak in the reservoir, causing my temperature gauge to act crazy. At times it read zero. The dorman reservoir cost me $66 in Canada. My car is running great now. Thanks.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@dalemc6627 Very cool, and 👍👍 goes to you for making it a DIY project! We really appreciate you taking the time to write us, and we are honored to read that our video was helpful. Great to hear your car is running great. 😁👍🧰

[@brentneahring2797]

Literally almost passed out from coolant fumes the other day while driving with the a.c. on, got the Dorman part for 20 bucks at AAP and the dealer wanted 160 to fix it (40 bucks for the gm part and 120 for labor), did it myself for next to nothing thanks to this video. Shame on GM for cheaping out and props for Dorman quality, money well spent.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Brent Neahring Thanks for watching & we are happy the video helped. That’s awesome you made it a DIY project...Rewarding feeling & you saved some 💰 💰!!!!! We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come! 😀 Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@kelleyoneill6548]

I am glad I found you! My coolant is not leaking onto the ground and I can't see it leaking anywhere but thanks to your video I will just go purchase a new tank. Finally, a video that gets up close so I can see what to do and talks at a normal speed! Great job and thanks for helping your viewers!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Kelley ONeill Awesome Awesome & thanks for watching & sharing your comment. We are happy to hear the video helped. Let us know if you have any questions as you work through your DIY project. Keep us posted. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@jahreewhyte]

Kelley ONeill did replacing it fix help?? because im having the same problem

[@Ntsik_zo911]

The video helped alot, about to add coolant I hope baby girl will run smoothly now thank you

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Ntsik_zo911 We are honored to hear, thank you. Hope it goes well, and we will always be here to help answer any questions. 👍🧰

[@robshandl3]

Awesome video! I liked when you said that you were not going to replace with OEM parts. As we have learned, OEM can often be inferior and needs to be upgraded and dorman does that pretty well

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

They do indeed. We have been very pleased with Dorman parts. We appreciate you sharing this. Hope all is well with you. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together! Enjoy your day Rob.

[@Justjoel_91]

I just bought a ‘11 Cruze that had low miles and great shape! Only problem was this leak lol talked the price down more than what these parts will cost me to fix. thanks so much!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, & congrats on the new car. We will always be here to help answer questions. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. 😎👍

[@chrissnyder3430]

Add me to the list! I am constantly working on my cruze. Thank goodness for guys like you. I can't believe how cheaply made this car is made!!! They cheaply design it but still charge a crazy amount. They cry poor constantly and I don't know how?? It's not due to making a solid vehicle!!! Thanks again Michael!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Chris Snyder What’s up Chris, thanks for watching. We appreciate you reaching out to us. The Cruze kinda demands a lot of your attention...😲 Let us know if you have any questions along the way. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@chrissnyder3430]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders actually..... lol. How did you get that reservoir back in that slot??? I tried different angles and I can't get it in there. Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Chris Snyder Thanks for the reply, surprisingly we didn’t have much trouble...🤔 Make sure all hoses, clamps, and any other parts such as electrical wiring are out of the way and not interfering. Keep us posted. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

I watch both the Chevy Cruz & Sonic 1.4 liter Turbo vids. Your step by step is better than most if not all. I did a DIY on my Sonic when the spout on my cheap plastic water outlet part failed. However I was more fortunate than most. I only had the hose slide down & didn't know why it was leaking until I had that clamp off. On the top there was a quarter sized hole & toward the spout cracked down both sides. I took a tin snips & removed from the top to the bottom of the spout @ a 45* angle. I then put a hose clamp that I can easily tighten & loosen easily. Below that clamp I attached another clamp on the opposite side for integrity. Then there is a heavy metal bracket with a machined out portion. I was able to wrap paracord in an arborist configuration for self tightening to that metal bracket. The wrap on both clamps will not loosen & the angle will keep it from sliding down that spout which has no nipple on it. I also run a 75/25 % Dexcool coolant cuz Chevy knew after 1 year that these 1.4 liter Turbos were running hotter than they expected & that many plastic parts were due to fail. I wouldn't buy that water outlet part from GM for even $10 😄. I will buy a Dorman & put it in when weather permits. I only drive this car in the MN winters cuz it has a great heater & since my older Toyota handles summer well. I will also be getting a new Dorman overflow radiator tank cuz of the design & my old tank had alot of heat during this event.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. This is helpful info & we appreciate you sharing. Dorman continues to be the better option for Cruze replacement parts. Many Cruze owners are steering away from OEM. Again, thanks for watching & sharing this. Hope all is well with you and your family. Keep that Sonic running. 😎👍

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Will do, I don't give up & continue to be pro-active. Thanks for the extra editing on your vids.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@josephtreadlightly5686 😎👍

[@ROTSinger]

Thank you for this informative video! I had a leak somewhere in my Cruze and started with your thermostat video. While it might’ve needed some fixing, the real problem was a crack in the reservoir. I watched this video before I knew that and it pointed the way. Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

ROTSinger Awesome Awesome & we are so happy the video helped. Thanks for watching! We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come! 😀 Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@jasonhoskins6295]

ROTSinger did the check engine light go away after you changed out the coolant reservoir? My Cruze is showing a code of p0599. Car isn’t overheating but I’ve seen a small crack in the reservoir.

[@benjaminwagner8141]

Feeling more confident about doing this. My darn cruze is having a similar issue

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, that’s awesome to hear your confidence is higher. We are right here to help answer any questions as you work through it. 👍

[@doubiedups]

Awesome thanks for the video you SAVED ME 150 bucks by me doing the easy repair.. everything was spot on.. thanks again

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, $150.00 can be spent on something more enjoyable/meaningful. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together! Hope all is well. Enjoy your day. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@kelvincamps7870]

I’m watching your video right now hope i can fix it at home 🙏🏽🙏🏽 thanks for the quick step by step process.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, thank YOU! Looking forward to hearing back from you. 🧰

[@kelvincamps7870]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders got to get everything fixed but found out my head gasket was the main problem 😞

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@kelvincamps7870 Thanks for the follow up, that’s a bummer… Head gasket is quite a bit more involved than your regular DIY project. What are you thinking will be your next step?

[@3cousinsunicornsquad422]

Thanks saved me money in 2021 tough getting new car this two years old and helped me today

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s great news & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. We appreciate you watching & reaching out to us. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together! Enjoy your night! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@Soggydollar55]

I have a Chevy Aveo that is leaking at the reservoir and I was worried it would be hard to get to but you made it look easy. So 1st I will order the reservoir on Amazon then since my son is traveling so much I may have to do it myself but I'm glad you said it happens often with Chevy and not to trust their part. Thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Cynthia Hill Thanks for watching & sharing your comment. We are happy to hear the video helped. Definitely keep us posted on your project & any questions you may have. We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@taralynngentry]

Have to say, this is the best tutorial! Thank you so much.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & we really appreciate you saying that. Hope all is well with you Tara. Let us know if you have any questions, enjoy your day. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@CygnusX1123]

Thanks so much for this. I had taken my Cruze to the dealership and they fixed a few leaks, replaced the water pump and thermostat housing, but they did not touch the resevoir. It kept losing coolant and overheating, so I just replaced it with the dorman part and it works fine now.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, great job making it a DIY project. Sounds like your Cruze has a lot of recently installed new parts, that’s awesome! 😎👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@jonmorgan6300]

Michael, great video series, thanks! My leak might be easier. Fingers crossed. It’s the other end of the small top hose that connects to a “T” next to the oil fill hole. I see wetness there. Coolant reservoir stats low/empty. Great safety tips too!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Jon Morgan Awesome Awesome & Thanks for watching. We appreciate you watching the Cruze series. 😁 We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come. 😀 Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@vanessajordan142]

my car doing this right now i am thankful for you

[@reubencarter5]

Thank you so much bro I just finished replacing it followed your steps and voilà!! 👍🏼💯

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Awesome job making it a DIY project, paves the way for a more enjoyable weekend. 😁👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@JosepGee]

Thanks for recommending the Dorman part because sometimes they’re parts don’t match the quality of OEM

[@LuckeySev]

Thanks a lot man. That helped the whole lot now my car doesn't smell like antifreeze

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

LuckeySev Thanks for watching & we are always happy to help. We appreciate you sharing your comment. A car that no longer smells like antifreeze is good in our book. 😀 We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come! 😀 Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@deontaerobinson2662]

LuckeySev current situation 😩

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

King Steff Thanks for watching, what is your current update? 😎👍🔧🔩

[@robertbucks3913]

My daughter had the coolant tank replaced on her Cruze April of this year. Guess what? The GM replacement is now leaking! It's July! Our mechanic did the first one because I wasn't sure where the leak was. It was under the bottom neck. This one is leaking at the same place. I just ordered a Dorman to replace the GM tank. Just an FYI. I use vise grips instead of pliers on spring clamps because they don't slip. Thanks for the video.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Robert Bucks Bummer & not cool!...it’s sad that the GM tank is so poorly designed & not reliable. Thanks for watching & sharing your experience. Two 👍👍 for the Dorman brand tank as it’s far more reliable. We are happy to hear you’re purchasing the Dorman. Definitely keep us posted on your DIY project & any questions you may have, we really enjoy helping out our fellow DIY’ers! 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again Robert! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@comfortableMinds]

Great video.. I have a Chevy cruze and my car started to overheat so I got the water pump replaced but now their saying it's a crack in my reservoir tank. I will replace this myself to save money and not have to keep going back to a car shop 👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Jamia White Thanks for watching Jamie, sorry to hear you’re having car trouble. Unfortunately, this is a common issue with the Chevy Cruze model however a quick & inexpensive repair. We appreciate you reaching out to us. This is a friendly DIY project & you will want to make sure you properly drain & refill system. Below are links that show step-by-step process on both draining & refilling system with coolant. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l53Hc4CsaMl7h9U kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKSVgZapZqeGZ5I Keep us posted on your project, we are here to help! Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@privacysettings1308]

I went through all this to find now it's leaking g probably into oil etc 😢 I wish chevy we could get together for a law suit I'm considering it

[@ElkoeWise]

Thanks brother! You saved me a few hundred bucks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome, and you’re very welcome. Saving a few hundred bucks during the weekend is an WIN! 😎👍

[@Total_DaveB]

Great video. Thank you for the parts suggestion as well. Worked great!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Total_DaveB You are welcome, we are very honored to help. 😁👍🧰

[@Total_DaveB]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders do you have a video for the radiator fan or suggestions for one?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Total_DaveB Thanks for the reply, unfortunately not however we may add it to the list.

[@Total_DaveB]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders sounds good

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Total_DaveB 🧰

[@TTT-du6oj]

Awesome channel,very thorough👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We are honored to hear that, thank you. Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come. 👍🧰

[@LuckeySev]

You did a great job I'll try to keep up with your other videos about Chevy Cruze repairs.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

LuckeySev Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We are in the process of filming additional Cruze videos. We will be uploading them soon. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@stephenrhoades8154]

Great video! Saved me a lot of $$$ for my daughter.

[@joedevitto6113]

This looks pretty easy just a few connections basically. thanks for sharing ~

[@thomasmeisch5692]

255,000 miles on my 2011, mine finally failed this it faiked on the seem in the back. Thanks for video!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching Thomas, 255,000 miles is a good run. We appreciate you sharing this and you are very welcome. 😎👍

[@williammeyer3376]

Thank much for the coolant bottle replacement, u showed me how to replace my thermostat. 😂

[@Cherylelynn85]

Thanks for sharing My husband and I have a 2016 chevy cruze and it is got a slow leak of antifreeze from one of the hoses I believe Cost to fix it at mechanic is over 300 dollars this is a easy fix and way cheaper to do yourself. :)

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & the Cruze has been a friendly vehicle to work on. We will be uploading more Cruze videos in the weeks to come. Let us know if you have any questions. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@devdhar91]

Hi Cheryle, I too have issue with 2016 cruze. Was that Dorman tank suitable to your car? Bc I checked on Amazon, it shows it doesn't match 2016 cruze. Will appreciate your feedback about this product

[@SeeminDeemin]

Thanks for the help dude! Appreciate the video and clear instructions

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. You are welcome, we are happy to help. That’s our goal, getting you the info you need without wasting your valuable time. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@selemanibalelwa7414]

Thank you so much for showing us this technic

[@rogerpickard3698]

Thanks for sharing he video! Very helpful. I didn’t know how to take the bottom clip out!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hey Roger, happy to help. Hope your DIY project was fun. 😎👍

[@rogerpickard3698]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Hello! I have another question for you!! When my car first starts it runs perfectly but as it warms up it starts to miss. Is it bad plug wires? Bad cool pack? Weak fuel pump? Which so I try? My spark plugs are all brand new.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@rogerpickard3698 Great question & that would be the next part we recommend replacing.

[@queenjaderenee4838]

Thank you! I am on my second reservoir tank

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ you are welcome. Thank you, our goal continues to be getting you the info you need without wasting your valuable time. Hopefully your second reservoir tank last the remainder life of your car. 😎👍 Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come! 🧰

[@rickyhurtt5568]

Yeah I was thinking the same thing about the tank. This is the 1st one I've ever changed

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Crazy isn’t it…and disappointing really. Keep us posted on your DIY project.

[@Fsnvv]

And just like that i saved myself a trip to the mechanic

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@Fsnvv Good morning ☕️ That’s a great feeling and we appreciate you watching. 👍👍 to you for making it a DIY project! 🧰

[@angelahazellief7924]

Thank you for this video! Helped me greatly of how to replace the reservoir. :)

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, thanks for watching & sharing this. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Enjoy your weekend. 😎👍

[@Acepilot12345]

Great video. I have a leak on my chevy cruze. I still love my car and its 9 years old. So far I had the leak problem from the coolant and had the "AC turned off due to high temp" issue hopefully it was because of this.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Acepilot12345 Thanks for watching & we are happy the video helped. Definitely keep us posted. This is a very common issue with the Cruze & hopefully this video will help you get the project completed successfully. 😀 We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come. 😀 Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@jahreewhyte]

Acepilot12345 how did it go?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

jahree whyte 😎👍🔧🔩

[@Acepilot12345]

@@jahreewhyte ok so my issue was the coolant reservoir. It was leaking bad and my mechanic also replaced my two sensors and it's working great again. No issues yet knock on wood!

[@Acepilot12345]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders yup coolant reservoir and just to be safe we replaced the sensors. Work great

[@pimas11]

Hey Michael I just wanted to say thanks for the helpful video I’ve literally never fixed anything in a car before and I managed to follow this video with such great ease to fix this stupid problem, saved me money and time, thank you!!!!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

pimas11 Thanks for watching & you are very welcome. That’s awesome you made this a DIY project. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together. Definitely let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and ring your KZbin bell 🔔 this we will be very helpful to us thanks again. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@chriscollins4710]

Great clear video and one before - thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thank you, we enjoy the feedback. Hope you had a good weekend. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@kimr.9906]

Did mine today and did a short test drive, but unsure if I put back the tank tight enough or in the right place. The right plastic sides seemed like they did not entirely match into the metal hooks. I put on the clamp to secure it tho. and if the small hole on the bottom is fit into the plate. Seems like there's a lot of room in the back of the bottle and sitting very close to the battery. I paid $19 for it on Amazon. 2015 Cruze.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing. Any leaks? Sounds like it was a successful DIY project. Keep an eye on it over the next few days to ensure it’s operating properly. Keep us posted and hey if you’re into crypto trading, check out our newly launched DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time. 🧰

[@alexandersaldana242]

Great video 👍👍👍 I have a 2012 and the cooling system on my car sucks. I’m on my 2nd reservoir they East her crack easy or idk 😐... and Every hose associated with they cooling system has cracked and been replaced 😂 thanks for the video

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Alexander Saldana Thanks for watching & we hope you enjoyed the video. That sounds awful, we are sorry to hear that however we are all learning that this is a very common issue with the Cruze. We appreciate you sharing your experience. Let us know if you have any questions. Many more helpful videos to come. 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@dequandrickduncan7722]

Is it possible for you to do a video on replacing the water outlet hose going in to the radiator? Love all you videos. They help a lot.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing this, we may add it to the list. We are filming a boat motor rebuild series at the moment. 😎👍

[@scottnicolow]

I replaced with this part (Dorman 603-383) a little over a year ago. It has already failed. I just replaced it again with one from the dealer.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience Scott, that’s way too soon in-between repairs. Sorry to hear you had that happen, that’s no fun. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, check out our DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@kaystar3434]

Great video! Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, we appreciate that. 😁👍🧰

[@drewberrynews3875]

thanks for the vid. 10 min fix and the part number is still good at Auto Zone

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, awesome job making it a DIY project. 😁👍🧰

[@twsbaritone]

Is this link you provided for the coolant reservoir compatible with a 2015 Chevy Cruze LT?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@twsbaritone Thanks for watching, we will post a link below for your exact 2015 Cruze LT. amzn.to/4hF5TPc If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link above. I earn from qualifying purchases. 🧰

[@iulian2548]

On my '11 Europe model, they had a recall for the reservoir in 2015. The new one has metal reinforced return nozzle.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool & we appreciate you sharing this. Hopefully it will last the life of the vehicle. Hope all is well. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@Chendo94]

Hell yeah man this video helped out a lot . I got the same tank from autozone for my parents car

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool & thanks for watching. Sounds like you’re back up and running. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together! Hopefully many stress free days ahead for you. Enjoy! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@manniefresh7354]

I have overflow coming out the weep hole underneat the radiators housing cap. Do i need a new housing reservoir?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@manniefresh7354 Thanks for watching, any update? Are you referring to the weep vent located on the reservoir as shown in the video link below? kzbin.info/www/bejne/sITWeZeYZ56qh6Msi=HhjPIeswn_PomThC If so, we will need to pinpoint what exactly is causing that…most likely too much fluid in reservoir.

[@manniefresh7354]

@DIYwithMichaelBorders hey there. The container was bad AND whoever attempted to mess with it the first time did not install the clip. Also they didn't bleed the air out of the system correctly. With the parts I got my sisters car going just fine now. Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@ We really appreciate the follow up, thank you. You are an awesome brother and we bet your sister appreciated your help. A true testament to the power of DIY! 😎👍🧰

[@FatherGregorian]

Great video, thank you sir!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hey we appreciate that, thank you. Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come. 🧰

[@ashrafsiddiquee3190]

I replaced my reservoir just like this video. My coolent is boiling now after I drive for a while. I think there is some air inside the collent hose. Please tell me how to take those air out from the system ? Thanks a million like always

[@melvinbeboso1656]

Hi, do you really need to drain the coolant?vthanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, you may not need to fully drain coolant system if you’re just replacing the reservoir tank.

[@rosarivera5250]

Would i need to flush the coolant first if i refilled my reservoir before changing it

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and we appreciate you reaching out to us. Most will mention that it’s a good idea while others may mention that you can replace reservoir tank without training coolant system. It will be personal preference.

[@dianarodea7878]

Hello, I just replaced my 2012 Chevy Cruze coolant reservoir thanks to this video 🥳 however, the part where the clip goes doesn’t fit. I got the same one that is in this video, do you have any suggestions?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & we appreciate you sharing this. You will want to ensure that the hose is properly installed onto thermostat. Unfortunately, if you push the hose on too far... it will not be properly aligned for the clip to slide down in place however on the opposite end... if you don’t push it on far enough it will also not allow the clip to shift down and lock in place. We recommend taking a few minutes & carefully adjusting hose onto thermostat & finding its sweet spot.

[@1knique]

So the metal silver clamp not the ones on the hose the other one it popped into my engine 😭 so I don’t have a clamp anymore but do I need it to drive?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, you can try to find it with a magnetic extension tool. Below is a link that shows one for your reference. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3IoZLZa 😎👍🔧🔩

[@JA-sm9zf]

Super helpful thanks !!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@JA-sm9zf You are welcome, we are honored to help. 😁👍☕️

[@bricknmotor]

Is it ideal to replace the clamp on the bigger hose to one like the smaller hose? It seems it be easier taking on and off. Plus mine is all rusted.

[@tailcoatsixkiller]

Hi.. Thank you.. What do you call that little hook tool?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, this is a standard pic-tool. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3KBhUGm Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@fritznernaissance2133]

What is the name of the bottom hose you removed?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@fritznernaissance2133 Thanks for watching, just a standard coolant feed hose. Does your hose have a part number on it? We can help look up an exact replacement hose for you. However below is a link to a hose kit that might be helpful. amzn.to/4eGvyVm If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link above. I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@Vanderella]

Thank you, I was able to repair myself.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Great to hear & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Keep us posted with any questions you may have. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@teeefunk]

What is the part number for the hose that connects to the bottom?

[@kawonsawade5742]

My daughter's 2012 Chevy Cruze ran hit today. When I lifted the hood the coolant tank was completely empty. I added more and noticed it was all leaking back out. Could it be the tank or is that the water pump?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Have you pinpointed the exact location it’s leaking from? If it’s leaking from the water pump, we recommend contacting your local Chevy dealership & asking if you qualify for the 100% free replacement. The water pump is a GM recalled part. If you don’t qualify, below is a link to our video showing replacement of pump. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGmYhHx-pad_g7M If it’s the tank, that will be a very friendly project and not cost much at all money wise. Keep us posted. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@steph9455]

Merci beaucoup pour cette vidéo, même sans parlez Anglais, cela va bien 👍 Thank You , merci 😉

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@steph9455 You are welcome. 😁👍🧰

[@TimAndyMik]

Why do you still have the old negative battery cable? That’s a GM recall part.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning. ☕️ The battery cable was replaced soon after filming this Cruze series. 😎👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@privacysettings1308]

I didn't get a recall for battery negative cable?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@privacysettings1308 Thanks for watching, you can contact local Chevy dealership and provide them with your VIN number. They will be able to see if your Cruze is eligible for the free recall replacement.

[@bricknmotor]

Whats that like 2 inch deep hole at the bottom for? It doesn't actually lead to the tank. Its just there and it looks like its meant to twist and lock onto something but doesnt lead to anything.

[@solesfrmdag]

Do I not need to bleed the lines?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@solesfrmdag Thanks for watching, following these exact steps shown in link below will be all you need. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKSVgZapZqeGZ5Isi=b6EHdhcz-noqml6E 👍🧰

[@gilbertzambrano1567]

Question: Every 10/15 days the coolant reservoir is low to empty. I see no signs of any leak anywhere. I followed the hoses , and checked the area of the water pump and thermostat, still I don't see any signs of a leak. Any recommendations of what it could be? By the way videos are excellent , step by step tutorials. Thank you.

[@JoanneDick]

I have the exact same problem. There is no leas. It's not the thermostat. I'm thinking of replacing my coolant reservoir. Gonna check for crack on resevior.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & do you see any signs of leaks around/under reservoir tank? 😎👍🔧🔩

[@joshcardno996]

This was my issue, as the problem worsened turned out was the upper coolant return hose post broken on the resovoir and was leaking slowly but turned into spraying coolant as the post deteriorated more. This video was great thank you.

[@timothyolzak7168]

Excellent video! Thank You!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome Timothy, thanks for watching & sharing this. 😎👍

[@edwardmclaughlin719]

Looks like the exact problem am having now. I really don't want it towed, though free for me, an overall pain .Maybe just maybe I can do this or have a buddy help.

[@866mary2]

Would you happen to know why I have a black hose running from the top right of the reservoir screw cap and yours doesn't? Everything else looks exactly the same. It runs in the groove, right above the clip that is removed.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. What year and model is your Cruze? Are you referring to the coolant return hose that comes off reservoir that feeds to the left and outward to the top fitting on water outlet valve? Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@abdoulkaderabdoulrazack3992]

Hi, thanks you explain change, ask question what do we do when pink liquid is over and there is no liquid leaking wait for you thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, are you experiencing a coolant leak or a transmission leak?

[@abdoulkaderabdoulrazack3992]

No, have problem pink water empty after full water pink can you help please thanks

[@abdoulkaderabdoulrazack3992]

You give all informations chevrolet cuz thank you so much 😊

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@abdoulkaderabdoulrazack3992 We are happy to help.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@abdoulkaderabdoulrazack3992 Thanks for the reply, with engine running, do you see exactly where the coolant is leaking from?

[@davemcclure5561]

Right where you took the clip you carefully removed is a little down spout looking thing. My coolant is coming out of there.. Is this the over flow?.. And also its doing it while the coolant level is correct or low

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Dave Mcclure Thanks for watching Dave, that’s an overflow or pressure relief vent. If the system over pressures, coolant will leak out the vent. When this happens, you will have a coolant odor enter your car through the vents if your AC or heat is on... normal I guess according to Chevy. Definitely let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and ring your KZbin bell 🔔 this will be very helpful to us thanks again. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@fatalsandwich6065]

Is this the same engine as the Chevy Trax?

[@memxox1]

How do you replace the larger hose? I have a leak from the opposite end of the big hise.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching. Depending on your Cruze’s year, you will have a compression clamp on either side of coolant hose. You will want to drain coolant system first, helpful link below. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l53Hc4CsaMl7h9Usi=lKBgruxTti1NMIg- Once system is drained, you can remove hose and install new hose. 😎👍

[@soulfirechild]

What is the hose on the bottom of the reservoir called? I’m needing to replace it. Thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, are you referring to the bypass hose? If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3Ez5mvW Keep us posted. 👍

[@FromDaFi05]

so if it's discolored it needs to be replaced?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Are you referring to the tank or the fluid itself? What year is your Cruze? What color is your coolant? Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@carolynlively2597]

Chevy Impala 2012 coolant reservoir replacement, how to change it out help please

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, don’t have a video at the moment on a 2012 Impala Reservoir Tank replacement however you will find it to be similar with a few differences. 👍🧰

[@salvadorx510]

Awesome video man!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Salvador Moreno Thanks for watching & & sharing your comment, we appreciate it! This is a pretty friendly DIY project! 😀 Below are a few other CHEVY videos that may help you down the road. Reset Oil Percentage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZClZp-Aat-sqs0 Air Filter Replacement: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6W7lX6Hf8plnLs P0013 Code: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZorEfWyIatNlraM Exhaust Solenoid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mImvn2SBmdFjpdk Replace Key Fob Battery: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIeZnpqrisaBiLs Remote Stater not working: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nouslH6Khbh8hqM P0010 / P0011 Error Code kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn_Fk3ewqbJsmMU kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKqQhnqCbNN3n7M

[@Ruby2020-h1j]

Hi, Michael. Can you clam the hoses off instead of draining the coolant? Thank you

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

chrissy3010 Thanks for watching. We haven’t done that before...🤔 Keep us posted on your project. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together. Many more helpful videos to come! 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and Ring your KZbin Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Peter Macias Thanks for sharing. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@SbupapaTube]

My car is Opel Astra, takes a similar reservoir but I'm noticing that it has a level sensor. Does this one have a level sensor or do I need to buy a different model?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & what’s your update? Have you purchased new tank? It’s important to get the tank that’s best compatible with your specific vehicle. What year is your Astra and what engine size do you have?

[@Resttimeshow]

Great.... info..... saves money

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Let us know if you have any questions. 😎👍

[@mattsalisbury8690]

Nice and simple Thxz bud

[@bobbyd4117]

What name and where did you get that new overflow tank from. I need one and I am looking to get a good one like this. Ty🙏

[@FraeakyD150]

What is the lower hose called? I need to replace that hose and don’t know the name to look for it.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@FraeakyD150 Thanks for watching, any update? Are you referring to the larger style hose? If so, this is your pre-formed specific coolant hose.

[@mashigri]

Great video and useful tips

[@americamontiel7720]

Omg!! Your video looks so easy to do it. But real life is a damm pain in the neck 😢 i been here all morning long and just remove the tank. But the big hose couldn't do it

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, that’s no fun. Any update? Any specific questions we can help answer?

[@americamontiel7720]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Your video actually helped me a lot. First time in my life that i did this by myself Was hard really hard, was almost giving up But I didn't and it took few hours to removed the old one, but to put the new one was little easier 🤭🤭, thank you so much for your vídeowas really helpful 🙏

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@americamontiel7720 Awesome job, no joke! You have earned yourself one heck of a rewarding feeling, enjoy it. A successful DIY project paves the way for a good mood, and on top of that…you saved yourself some cash.

[@americamontiel7720]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Thank you again 🙏🙏🙏

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@americamontiel7720 👍☕️