How To "Burp" Cooling System (Andy’s Garage: Episode - 17)

[@IamHeathertheGreat]

I’m not sure if you’re going to see this as the videos a little older, but I just put the radiator in myself and didn’t burp the system so I overheated. I was crying like a girl… Well, because I am a girl, but this saved my life. Thank you so very much! 🎉🎉🎉 you have no idea how much money and stress you saved me. ❤️

[@PhillipsVision]

Awesome, glad it helped 👍

[@highlifegoodlife5400]

Do I need to let it cool down befor taking the funnel off and taken that cap off and puting og Cap back?

[@TheMonica82]

***If this helps someone*** I tried the radiator cap on and opened overflow tank - full blast defrost and let it run for maybe 40minutes! It went through many sounds lol.. Now, it purrs like a kitten! No more steam pouring out when I get to my destination. I ran errands to (4) stops and no steam! Hallelujah! Blessings to you..🤗 Thank you @phillips for posting..🙏🏽

[@tribulationprepper787]

Thanks. Those funnels are worth their weight in gold. No overflow on the ground, no waste of coolant and as you pointed out, they make burping the air out of the engine a breeze.

[@bigdawgdkennedy1137]

Loop

[@owen8538]

Normal funnel does the job

[@tribulationprepper787]

@@owen8538 I agree. I just enjoy fancy doo dads.

[@paulmitchell7796]

@@owen8538no it doesn’t

[@Aerondighteternal]

This thing rocks. My hot rod was randomly spiking. Flushed radiator, new cap, new fluid. Same thing. Was about to change the thermostat but tried this and it bubbled over like a witches cauldron. All good now!

[@PhillipsVision]

Awesome, glad it worked

[@zadocklong]

😢🎉l😮😢😢😢😢🎉🎉kvvv

[@KatManx2006]

To the guy with the system that's erupting when filling - The funnel-fill system works best when the radiator fill neck is the highest point in the cooling system. That puking can be a symptom of exhaust gas in the cooling passages, or a huge air blockage in the heater core or up high where it can't migrate to the rad cap for venting.. First, do you have a bleed nipple somewhere along the top of the engine??? If not, try jacking the front end up (ramps, curb, etc) as high as possible and cold fill to the top of the rad cap neck before installing the funnel. If it still blows over, do a system pressure test to verify head gasket is intact. If system is intact, loosen clamps on both ends of the upper radiator hose, remove hose from the radiator, and rotate it straight up above the engine making it the high point of the system) then tighten the engine-side clamp that you just loosened to rotate the hose. Block the open rad port with a piece of rubber or a nitrile glove, and a hose clamp. Won't be any pressure on it. I use a self-tightening boat plug. Place the funnel on top of the upper hose, and cold fill the engine till there is coolant near the top of the upper hose. Start the engine with heater on, and continue slowly filling as the engine heats up, until the upper hose is full. Shut the car off, and let it cool with plastic lid covering the hose. . Loosen the engine-side clamp, close off the open end of the rad hose with your hand to minimize coolant loss, and rotate the upper rad hose back down and onto the radiator hose barb. Tighten clamps and you should be good to go . I developed the "hose-up" method for 77-80 MGBs 40+ years ago. They were notorious for puking coolant thru the top of the thermostat filler cap (no rad cap) By raising the front end as high as possible, air bubbles were more prone to migrate up and out of the coolant.

[@ricardorodriguez2387]

I wish I could hire you to help me to purge my car cooling system. The video says to top off the radiator level wow with coolant.

[@Chris-iz2zh]

Finally someone good at teaching! Thank you very much

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks for the feedback

[@typicalgaming6068]

HELL YEAH I had air in my cooling system. I just used a two liter soda bottle and put tape around the bottle hole and cut a hole on top. It’s really important to squeeze the hoses. Thanks brother I love you. I paid a mechanic to do it and nothing and I did it to and nothing till I watched the video

[@PhillipsVision]

Typical gaming great! Thanks for the feedback

[@humanyoda]

What's the difference that you've learned from this video?

[@typicalgaming6068]

humanyoda before my car would sound like it was chugging water when revving and now it’s quiet. Every time I would turn it would sound like a monster under my dashboard 😂

[@humanyoda]

@@typicalgaming6068, is it squeezing the hoses that made a difference for you?

[@gregsouls2666]

When filling with a bottle of coolant, turn the bottle to the side, will be a smoother pour and less air to begin with.

[@louisemcintosh9083]

I’ve never known of a single mechanic who used this funnel! I didn’t even know it existed! It certainly made it easier and cleaner to burp! Thank you.

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks for the comment, glad it helped👍

[@StilettoSniper]

That's because most pros use a cooling system evacuation tool (such as the AirLift) that creates a vacuum inside the radiator and removes the air quickly. It also does not require starting the vehicle or waiting for the thermostat to open. I have and use both systems, they both work very well. I've had the spill free funnel for years, it is a favorite of DIYers since it does not require a source of shop compressed air and works on a full radiator. Tools like the AirLift require an air compressor to work, and the radiator should be empty of any fluid for best results.

[@bEEBO178]

@@StilettoSniper Spot on 👍

[@boomerguy9935]

My mechanic of 30+ years working on ally cars and trucks uses this. That's how I learned about it.

[@matthewvasquez9278]

Thanks my friend, I was very hesitant to do the cooling system myself, the funnel kit was a a bit pricey, well 48 dollars isn't much especially to donit on your own, but this very has helped me fix my gf 2008 sentra, also another factor was not realizing I had absolutely no coolant and it was missing a gallon, I just finished the transmission replacement, so now her car should be tip top

[@kdbyers]

Ordered mine today, same day delivery from Amazon, $20. Well plus the $2.99 for same day delivery. Still well over half the price you paid.

[@mikeprice8307]

Where'd you pay that much?

[@lens240]

Temu ali express tik tok shop under $16 shipped.

[@PCPAyLOAD]

I used a large funnel and rigged up a rubber stopper with a long screwdriver poked in the end of it. Saved me a few bucks on that fancy radiator funnel.

[@bigshrimpdiddy1549]

You can get a spill free kit at harbor freight for cheap. Works just as good

[@nicholasdonin1465]

Same. I got a long neck funnel for like $3 at Walmart. Cut the neck up to where it fit tight inside the rad cap. Also done this with other funnels for cars that don't have a fill cap for tranny fluids and you need to use the dip tube

[@batitsogtsaikhan469]

Bro I got my kit for $14 on Amazon 😂

[@PCPAyLOAD]

@batitsogtsaikhan469 Bro,, I got my shit for free and spent the $14 on some craft beer I guzzled while doing the job 😅

[@batitsogtsaikhan469]

@ as long as you got the job done lol cheers 🍻

[@brentbays3400]

Thanks for the video I have a very bad memory and I had watch this video to remember how to use my burp funnel that is just like the 1 in the video thanks so much take care and stay safe

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks, glad it helped

[@joepoelker6870]

Great video and thank you for sharing. I forgot this could be a problem. For those that don’t want to buy the leakless funnel you can achieve the same result with a 2 liter bottle&vacuum hose, duck tape the hole on top of the radiator air tight

[@PhillipsVision]

Joe Poelker thanks for the feedback 👍

[@patriottruckerwarriorkekoa1704]

What are the best car videos I've seen you explained yourself well and I appreciate it

[@williammorgan5987]

I understand the assignment ! Thank you boss, very well taught !

[@donnawebb7586]

Thank you. You are a very good teacher. Your video answered all my questions. N

[@PhillipsVision]

@@donnawebb7586 Awesome, glad it helped

[@robertetcitty5798]

Thanks for showing.. Now I can do on mine. Good understanding. Thanks again.

[@jsant24]

Im assuming this burping procedure was done after the system had been filled with fresh coolant? I’d like to see how the coolant replacement procedure is done since I just saw how to burp the system.

[@TheBuckman1978]

All the info i need. Thank you!

[@mr.tarzan184]

Thanks for showing..Thank you for the good info...

[@brandon-g1v3t]

thank you for the info saved me from going crazy

[@i-55southstl55]

Bro excellent demonstration

[@PhillipsVision]

Thx👍

[@armstrongcedeno1062]

Thanks Andy for the inspiring DIY demonstration. This is a risky procedure when one's safety can't be taken for granted. One question I have ,though. At 5:40 when you remove the funnel; did you do it with your engine cold or did you do it immediately after the bubbles were expelled from the cooling system?

[@PhillipsVision]

Right after. If you use the funnel properly (sealing it with the plunger) it will not spill.

[@justanotheruser101]

It ain’t a risky job you knob head

[@andraewilliams6429]

Very good on explaining how its done !!!

[@PhillipsVision]

Andrae Williams thx

[@DRAPETOMANIACPATIENT]

Thanks for the video sir My question how does one know when there is air in the cooling system? I think that might be the case with mine because when starting up I can feel And hear The fluid running through cooling System Thumping and gurgerling And the temperature gauge stays in the halfway point. Sometime I can actually smell some antifreeze after a long drive.

[@PhillipsVision]

An easy indication is a gurgling sound when you shut the vehicle off after running it at operating temperature. Also, overheating or running hotter than the vehicle spec.

[@DRAPETOMANIACPATIENT]

will follow through process according to your video and inform you of results. thanks

[@leonelgalan9431]

Perfect I need to do this on my truck. I feel as when I took it to get a oil change and flushed they left it with mad air smh

[@robertqueberg4612]

Thank you for the good info. Nice funnel. Got to have one.

[@PhillipsVision]

Robert Queberg you can get them anywhere. I found it cheapest from Autozone online

[@robertqueberg4612]

Phillips Vision , Thank you. Only 4 miles away. Again I thank you for the guidance.

[@michaelanthony3216]

When using a coolant bleeding funnel if I never stop seeing bubbles does that mean my head gasket is blown on the exhaust side?

[@PhillipsVision]

It could be because you are definitely getting air in.

[@wellnessotr]

Thank you. I have an Xterra with an overflow tank. I was instructed to put coolant into the overflow with both the radiator and overflow caps off and run vehicle with heat on till no more bubbles. Does this sound right to you?

[@PhillipsVision]

Not sure about the radiator cap being removed, because coolant will start overflowing out once temps rise. I would leave the radiator cap on and remove the reservoir cap only

[@TheMonica82]

@wellness Thank you for sharing this comment! This was a Godsend for me as I tried, and it worked! I did as @phillips said left the radiator cap on and opened my overflow tank - full blast defrost and let it run for maybe 40minutes! It went through many sounds lol.. Now, it purrs like a kitten! No more steam pouring out when I get to my destination. I ran errands to (4) stops and no steam! Hallelujah! Blessings to you for sharing..🤗

[@thatguyrob2dope128]

I just redone my entire cooling system and the radiator hose exploded but I did not turn on the heat of burp it, do you think that was the cause?

[@PhillipsVision]

DeadlyColt45 if you didn’t get the air out, you may have had a lot of trapped air that caused it to overheat which could cause it to burst. I had a radiator explode due to overheating at idle. Need to get the air out 👍

[@GlitchEmpireBrett]

Awesome video

[@PhillipsVision]

@@GlitchEmpireBrett Thx

[@weliftnation2418]

So question about the process. You filled the radiator first with the recommended specs then you used the funnel and the video begins right? Alot of people leave this out in all the videos of this prosses and not everyone has common sense and would probably start off where the videos begin.

[@PhillipsVision]

Yes, fill to capacity then attach the funnel with coolant in it. This will allow any air to escape through the funnel and coolant in funnel to replace the air that escaped

[@mikeprice8307]

This tool is fine on a radiator. Thing is, how to use on a coolant reservoir lets say for a Dod Challenger as an example? Their coolant level is only halfway up the jug itself?

[@andybailey6763]

Has a Neon ever been loved this much before?

[@midnightmikereviews530]

Just got my water pump replaced along with new thermostat and hoses for the air system, would that also cause air bubbles in the system?

[@PhillipsVision]

@@midnightmikereviews530 definitely. Anytime you open the system you allow air in and need to bleed it out.

[@michaelrad3921]

is it necessary to revv up the car or its just ok to put it on idle for a long time?gonna change coolant anytime soon by my self.1st time.

[@PhillipsVision]

Michael rad just let it idle and when it reaches operating temperature you’ll see any air come up

[@michaelrad3921]

Phillips Vision thank you for the fast reply..🤙🏼

[@2_2_4_3]

Thank you playuh!

[@Larry1077]

Would this work the same if I don’t have a radiator cap in my truck? All I have is the overflow cap

[@PhillipsVision]

@@Larry1077 no, this connects to the radiator cap port. If you have a reservoir tank, you should be able to open the cap and air should escape through there

[@SuperNick090]

Great video man !!! 👍

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks

[@Rubicon14]

If your vehicle still over heats or still runs more warm then usual do you repeat the process??

[@PhillipsVision]

You can, but if it continues it may be a blown head gasket

[@jonathansanchez5434]

Great video. Q: Are any of the fans suppose to turn on?

[@PhillipsVision]

Jonathan Sanchez thanks. Yes, some vehicles have two fans, one will come on with the a/c, the other will come on when the temp reaches a certain point, I believe it is around 230 degrees. Some vehicles have one large fan which runs all the time.

[@tonsssedell4318]

A mechanical belt driven fan is typical on older, bigger and/or longitudinally mounted engines and that often runs all the time on idle. Electric motor driven fans may be there for the cooling system and or a/c. If one is for engine cooling system, it is indeed supposed to turn on under such circumstances. Unless it's cold and windy enough that when you reach the thermostat opening temperature, there is enough cooling capacity to keep temperature under fan relay turn on treshold.

[@dwjardin2004]

Other videos say that you have to find a bleeder valve is this necessary to do that because on my car I can’t find one

[@PhillipsVision]

Not all vehicles have one

[@JB-sh5hp]

Is this better then using the bleeder screw in my thermostat housing?

[@PhillipsVision]

If you have a bleeder valve, that should be fine. What I like about this is that you can see the progress of the air so you know it’s completely clear.

[@hjkjccdggjhvb]

thanks, this video kick ass

[@TheCheckit96]

How do you know the bubbles are air and not combustion gases from a head gasket leak coming into the coolant. Is there a way to tell the difference.

[@andrewstevens2658]

I’m replacing the transmission coolent lines on a e450 diesel. Would this be smart to do after changing out the lines. Any ones help would be greatly appreciated

[@davidcorrea3225]

awesome, thank u!... should rev to get more air out?

[@PhillipsVision]

@@davidcorrea3225 that’s not recommended since it can cause overflowing from the funnel. You don’t want coolant spilling over, only air releasing

[@davidcorrea3225]

@@PhillipsVision okay, thank u! 👍

[@franciscogarcia7911]

Ive seen multiple videos using this funnel, and some mechanics undo the temp sensor or bleeder valve on tstat. Is that required?

[@hugh3rdof5]

Andy, Nicely done, for the most part, yet I was dismayed to see you filling up those notoriously tipsy "spill free funnels" -- even before you turned on your engine, a recipe for a mess, in my decade of experience with these things. (since first seeing Eric the Car Guy promoted them)..... Anything but "spill free." Great idea of course, but I'd rather suggest to new viewers that they try it first without "filling up the funnel about a third." If you're starting with a full radiator, chances are in any older system, you're going to get serious "back-up" ..... into the funnel itself, from fluid already into the system, at least until the thermostat opens up. I get that the selling point of these things (esp. with GM designed disasters like the Montana & Venture) is to get gravity working for you, to have fluid above the highest levels in the cooling system.... But putting that much fluid into the funnel on one's first try is a recipe for disaster.... (unless you have a second person standing close to the funnel to steady it, to keep it from spilling.... sic)

[@PhillipsVision]

hugh3rdof5 if you do not fill them up properly you run the risk of taking in air at low points, adding to your problem. If these are used correctly you won’t have problems.

[@eveighan]

😊

[@Stormysummerz]

I have a question I would like to know what is the difference in you letting your cooling system get the bubbles out through the overfield tank... And adding this funnel And watching the air bubbles come out

[@PhillipsVision]

If you have access to connect directly into your cooling system through a radiator cap, the funnel is best. This will allow the air to escape directly from the system and you can replace the air with coolant. If you use the reservoir you are hoping all the makes it to the tank and bubble out. Air will make it to the reservoir but I would be concerned that all the air doesn’t work it’s way out.

[@TheMonica82]

I did the overflow cap off and radiator cap on, full blast defrost and run for 30-40minutes - it worked for me! Blessings~

[@erikko6523]

So ima try this and I hope it fixes the problem but I heard a lot of this head gasket crap so tell me is it possible I have one? No smoke anywhere goes 95 easy strong as hell and yeah good car lol but overheats after 10 mins driving then cools down and goes up and down as I drive .. no overheat on idle and I just fixed thermostat so I’m hoping it’s air in the system

[@robertvance1873]

I know this is an old video but where do you get the adapter for the funnel? It doesn't look like Home Depot includes it.

[@PhillipsVision]

All the adapters came with the kit. Not sure which one Home Depot sells, but I believe this is the original one. I bought it online

[@robertvance1873]

@@PhillipsVision okay 👍 Thank you.

[@sergiopolonia]

Do I have to fill the coolant reservoir as well before burping

[@PhillipsVision]

I would keep all levels to the full level before you start, including the reservoir. You don’t want to risk air getting in.

[@maychieus]

Great video ! 👍 ✅

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks

[@jaco5187]

Once all the air is out, I assume you turn the engine off before you remove the funnel?

[@PhillipsVision]

Yes, let it cool down and plug the funnel before removal

[@jaco5187]

@@PhillipsVision Thank you! I replaced the thermostat on my 95 Mustang Cobra. I drained most of the fluid in the process, and then filled it back up. Naturally, it overheated almost instantly. But after watching this, I burped it, and everything is good. Thanks again.

[@teeglee5239]

Thank you very kindly

[@nocapenzo3318]

Might be a dumb question but at the end did you wait until the car cooled down before moving the funnel??

[@PhillipsVision]

Definitely not a dumb question. I did not because I was in a hurry. I would recommend letting it cool to avoid getting burned, but if not...you can move it with care.

[@skyguyvod]

Does it have to be started absolutely cold? Like I can't start the process at a quarter hot? Before the thermostat kicks in?

[@PhillipsVision]

You run the risk of hot coolant running out when you open the radiator cap

[@skyguyvod]

Yea, I know, I was gentle... Unfortunately burping wasn't my solution...I replaced the water pump, the thermostat, the cap and the radiator... Was really hoping I just didn't probably burp it... still over heating just as fast...😥

[@Ken-r7h2b]

So when I turned on the engine, after a few minutes the pressure started building up in the radiator and the fluid was violently splashing around in the funnel and splashing out onto the engine.. How do i prevent this?

[@PhillipsVision]

Did you fill the funnel to the correct level? You may have overfilled it

[@kelleycondon6504]

well done very nicely explained

[@PhillipsVision]

Thx👍

[@ccxfrank109]

i thought you turn on the heat after the car is warmed up? correct me if im wrong plz

[@el-hp1lj]

what if we just have a resvoir tank and cap no actual radiator cap. can we just remove cap from resevoir and let car idle the air out?

[@PhillipsVision]

Theoretically that should work

[@aTROLLwithBlades]

My car is on crack, I tried this and my car fills the funnel with coolant. Coolant so hot that it's steaming... any ideas on what that means?

[@PhillipsVision]

The coolant should be hot as the car is running

[@P.G._FPV]

What is the reason for the setting to be on vent instead of defrost? Reason I ask is when I did this I had it on defrost not vent. Do I need to do it again? Not a big deal if I do it's easy enough. Thanks for the video good job. 👍

[@P.G._FPV]

Actually that must have been on another video not yours. It mentioned having it set on ven Not defrost.

[@PhillipsVision]

When you have it on max vent it run through the heater core removing any air in that line as well

[@juniorlopez2267]

YOU HAVE SOME AWESOME VIDEOS BRO THX FOR SHARING I APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH👍💯🏎

[@PhillipsVision]

Junior Lopez you’re welcome, thanks for the feedback

[@j_Tx_]

It’s 2024 and this is still helpful I’m about to do this on my 05 jeep grand Cherokee. Question if I have the same kit as you do I have to use the bleeder screw to let air out?

[@PhillipsVision]

If you have a bleeder screw you can use that

[@jaydenslobeable]

Thanks for the video. How long do u leave the car running? Mine just doesn’t drink any coolant after .5 gallons

[@PhillipsVision]

Thanks for the comment. You let it run until all the air is out. Depending how much air is in the system will determine how long.

[@widtrak77]

Do you turn the car off before removing the funnel?

[@PhillipsVision]

Yes, and let it cool down. If not, it will over flow out

[@charlesromney]

Sorry but I’m new on this, is this the same as opening the screw to let air out on the thermostat?

[@PhillipsVision]

If you have a bleeder valve you can use that as well

[@charlesromney]

@@PhillipsVision Thanks 👍🏼

[@nathandaniel1000]

Does this work with the coolant resovior for a heat exhanger?

[@PhillipsVision]

No, need to connect directly onto the radiator cap opening

[@nathandaniel1000]

What if mine have those radiator caps on them

[@PhillipsVision]

@@nathandaniel1000 you may be able to burp it by opening the reservoir cap and letting the air escape there

[@docequis9796]

During the last step when you put the plug in the funnel do you need to turn the engine off or leave it running while topping the fluid and replacing the cap?

[@j_Tx_]

It looks like he Use the plug while the engine was on, then turned the engine off, squeeze the tube remove the funnel let go of the tube and top off and replace the cap.

[@mikelangieri6602]

Great Video Quick Question. My car is a 50 year old Camaro, it doesn't have an overflow tank or an expansion tank (I'm thinking I will eventually get an overflow tank). But I bought the funnel you used and I was wondering before I start... at the very end it shows your radiator as full to the cap. I think if I left mine that full it might pump fluid out the overflow hose. Would it? This is a muscle car so I'll probably get a tubular billet tank that has two (2) tubes, one to connect to the radiator neck, the other to a drain hose. How does that sound?

[@PhillipsVision]

You want the radiator full otherwise you have air in it which will cause overheating

[@fabiano834]

Do you happen to know why does my truck leak antifreeze from the reservoir antifreeze little spout? It start spilling out after I drive around and when I turn off my truck. Any ideas why this might be happening?

[@PhillipsVision]

That is usually to spill out any overflow. If your level is too high it will run over when hot

[@druku8812]

How long did you wait after shutting off the car before removing the funnel. I did it after a few minutes and when I removed it (was under pressure still) and water sprayed up and I burnt my hands. I take it you need to put in the plug, squeeze hose, turn off car, wait 30-60mins then remove funnel?

[@PhillipsVision]

druku88 I removed it immediately, but used the plunger to seal the funnel hole (and prevent air from re-entering). Once I sealed the hole, I lifted it out and installed the radiator cap.

[@druku8812]

Phillips Vision I tried that. I squeezed hose, inserted plunger, turned off car. Then when I went to remove the funnel there was pressure underneath and it spewed our coolant. I quickly put back funnel (with plunger still in) and left to cool.

[@ftxracha9771]

Is it normal if when I rev the engine the coolant in the funnel bubbles up

[@PhillipsVision]

It just means you have air is the system. Don’t rev it though, let it bubble out on its own

[@WickedReap]

I have a question. When I'm going to bleed the radiator, do I keep the car running while I add coolant to the radiator and burp it or do I have it off and once I fill everything up do I turn it on.

[@PhillipsVision]

Must be running so the air will burp out, but you must keep the funnel filled about a quarter so coolant can replace the air that bleeds out.

[@WickedReap]

@@PhillipsVision okay so keep car running whole time while filling and burping with the heater on.

[@PhillipsVision]

@@WickedReap yes

[@supermiatabros505]

I tried to burp using one of these and a bunch of coolant started bubbling and shooting everywhere while the engine was getting hot I don’t know what I did wrong

[@PhillipsVision]

You may have had too much coolant in the funnel. You’re not supposed to fill it, only put enough so air does not go back in when air bubbles escape.

[@andrewschaffer4062]

I have a question, regarding small bits of information about stuck-open thermostats- my temp gage has been below normal, for about a month. Just figured out I probably have a thermometer that’s stuck open, please correct me if an improper diagnosis; also I do get hot air from the cabin heater, so to the best of my understanding- at least the pump is probably still working (only 2 yrs old). ‘95 Chevy Tahoe 5.7L w/4WD. Are there negative consequences for running this long (1 month), with these circumstances. I avg. 140 city miles/day.

[@PhillipsVision]

It could be stuck open. How cold is it running?

[@andrewschaffer4062]

@@PhillipsVision the “1/4” hashmark approx 150-160

[@andrewschaffer4062]

@@PhillipsVision I also switched from Dex to Universal when I put in the new pump, without changing out the thermostat, also- if that’s informative

[@PhillipsVision]

@@andrewschaffer4062 you may want to replace it. Engines need to run at specific temps for optimal performance

[@andrewschaffer4062]

@@PhillipsVision thank you very much, it’s been concerning. Trying to get in a newer vehicle, and needing not to get between a rock/hard place spending money on this one with repairs.

[@itsmemorgannew]

My 02 pt cruiser is overheating....I've replaced radiator, cap, thermostat, fan, low speed relay, upper n lower rad hoses and it's still overheating 🤦🏼‍♀️😭 passenger side floor has been getting wet for over a year, no other signs of bad heater core but I've got good heat. My hubby thinks I've got blown head gasket and wants to try blue devil head gasket sealant😱? Any suggestions

[@PhillipsVision]

Morganne Williams Wet Floor on the Passenger side is usually an indication of a leaking heater core. To answer your Blue Devil question, that is very good stuff. I’ve used it before and it works great but you MUST follow the directions as stated on the container.

[@itsmemorgannew]

@@PhillipsVision so blue devil will repair the heater core? Or is it better to replace heater core? Which I know is a tough job. Thank u so much for responding ❤️

[@PhillipsVision]

Morganne Williams blue devil will seal the head gasket. The heater core hose will need to be replaced

[@itsmemorgannew]

@@PhillipsVision thank u so much....I'm going to try it💯❤️

[@DLV42]

My 2013 ford pick up truck does not have a radiator cap to accommodate your COOLANT FUNNEL KIT, just refill reservoir . How can I use it then ?

[@PhillipsVision]

@@DLV42 you should be able to burp the system through the reservoir tank by leaving the cap off

[@DLV42]

@@PhillipsVision Thank you very much . I will try that . That coolant funnel kit is neat.

[@righteousredneck777]

Great video man! Subscribed

[@tech4172]

Thx great vid well informed

[@SavHabitz]

Made it look easy going to buy one of them funnels. It looked like it took all day?

[@PhillipsVision]

Depending how much air will determine the time. It took about an hour. It was filmed in the evening do the sun was setting

[@vicentepallamare2608]

Will revving the engine help with the process? Say 2500rpms every 3-5 mins or so for 10-15 secs?

[@PhillipsVision]

I always let it heat up on its own

[@Mr3kings3]

I just have the reservoir and no cap opening for radiator. How do I accomplish this ?

[@PhillipsVision]

You may be able to get the air out through the reservoir by opening the cap.

[@tedgarrison3897]

Thanks for demonstration. Very clear for the most part. However, at what point did you shut engine off? before or after squeezing hose and removing funnel? Thanks again.

[@PhillipsVision]

Before. Otherwise it will overflow out and could cause major burns

[@hamilton29]

Great video. I just changed my heater valve on my 2002 honda odyssey should I follow these steps as well? I am experiencing over heating. Let me know thanks Phil

[@PhillipsVision]

Ham the Servant yes, any time you work on the radiator, coolant lines or anything pertaining to the system, you need to remove any air from the system.

[@hamilton29]

@@PhillipsVision okay just purchase a spill free funnel and that should eliminate my overheating?

[@PhillipsVision]

Ham the Servant yes and follow the proper set up steps. Keep in mind that this will only eliminate your overheating if it is caused by trapped air in the line(s)

[@hamilton29]

@@PhillipsVision thank you, I appreciate your assistance. Lord bless you

[@PhillipsVision]

Ham the Servant thank you👍

[@mr.tomyum732]

Do you turn the car off before you squeeze the radiator hose and take the funnel off?

[@PhillipsVision]

Yes

[@mr.tomyum732]

@@PhillipsVision some people say blast the heater high and on hot? Some say keep it just on hot but leave the fan off? Any opinions and reasoning for that?

[@PhillipsVision]

@@mr.tomyum732 to be honest, there are mixed opinions on this. I have always run the heater on high and it worked fine; other mechanics have done the same. Some say not to run the heat until engine temp reaches hot to allow the heater core to not be bypassed.

[@mr.tomyum732]

@@PhillipsVision That sounds good thank you again

[@mr.tomyum732]

How about if it keeps bubbling even after 20 minutes? It looks like it’s boiling bubbling I’m not sure?

[@skittlesstarburst4532]

I had all this air in my vw Jetta. A lot of air came out with my homemade funnel device. I don’t think my thermostat is opening. Feel like I still have air. The car will overheat then the temp drops down to almost normal.

[@soothingnaturebynh9637]

Do i need to park uphill? Before burping my car?

[@PhillipsVision]

It wouldn’t hurt so the air moves up, but I never do

[@rubennino2885]

My system has a closed radiator the coolant is poured in through the water reservoir will the procedure work the same

[@PhillipsVision]

You should be able to let the air escape through the reservoir canister.

[@Jay-ll9ip]

Should I turn the vehicle off and let it cool down before squeezing and removing funnel?

[@PhillipsVision]

You can to avoid getting burned

[@treemorton3034]

Question....did you have coolant in the car? and if you did...do you still put 1/3 coolant into the burping funnel??

[@PhillipsVision]

I did have coolant, and I did fill the funnel. You need to do the air pockets can be replaced with coolant as the air escapes through the funnel

[@mikewertz7559]

Everything went well until you took off the funnel and put on the cap with the engine off. U spill a. Bit more but put the cap on while running to ensure no air gets sucked back in.

[@simplydivine5982]

Great video 👍

[@PhillipsVision]

Simply Divine thx

[@SereneTing]

My car isn't overheating, it's not reaching operating temp. When I would turn the heat on, the temp arm would drop. I changed the thermostat and it's still the same "issue". I'm going to use this funnel to burp it. Hopefully, it fixes the problem. It was a bit difficult being homeless and having to deal with no heat in freezing temps🤦🏾‍♀️

[@sergiopolonia]

Hey will this method work for a Honda

[@PhillipsVision]

Should work on any vehicle, as long as you can connect to a radiator cap. Vehicles without a radiator cap cannot use this technique

[@TheCreidhne]

how long did the whole process take?

[@PhillipsVision]

TheCreidhne approximately 10 - 15 mins. You need the coolant system to warm up so the air bubbles rise to escape

[@Satch024]

Can you tell me when I did it after i turned off the engine, coolant started to explode

[@PhillipsVision]

Nicky Palado sounds like it was overheating and boiling over. Did you follow the vid step by step?

[@hugh3rdof5]

@@PhillipsVision Not so simple.... Something similar happened to me a few days -- something the "innocent" should be warned about. And yes, I've used these funnel tools for over a decade, dealing with a notoriously awful Pontiac Montana (Venture/Silhouette). Problem arises when you think you can draw down the (seriously unbalancing volumes in the funnel) by accelerating the engine.... I stupidly did that for about five minutes, so proud of myself for having drawn most of the fluid back into the radiator, engine, etc.... until it started to build up again.... rapidly. Thinking to shut it off before the miserable funnel contraption spilled over again (as has happened so often before), this time I simply shut off the engine...... and then ..... kapow..... about a gallon of hot fluid shot out all over the place.....

[@onewhoknowsrevenge6807]

If it keeps bubbling,you have a head gasket problem.

[@pdog2448]

@@hugh3rdof5 So you've been using these funnels for over a decade and you keep making the same mistake over and over? Have you tried not revving the engine?

[@kumara5492]

Hi , does this work on toyota prius v that comes with a reservoir cap which is a pressurized cap . Basically , it doesn't have separate radiator cap. Reservoir cap is the radiator cap as well, like in case of Audi cars .Thank you.