Silverado Radiator Fan Won't Turn Off! This is THE fix! MCG video 141

[@MyClutteredGarage]

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[@kathleenfromhold7932]

Same issue with the fans and low temp, stumbled across this miracle of a video, went right for the thermostat and bingo. God bless the internet, KZbin, and this guy. Perfect video easy fix

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you!

[@georgia4067]

Same here. 2023 Thanksgiving Day, found this video and had it repaired under an hour. Thank you sir.

[@NCGunguy89]

Ironically my 2014 silverado just started doing this on the way home and just watched it. Gonna try this tomorrow.😊

[@ikedee1880]

​@MyClutteredGarage , might be obvious with all the fix comments, but just curious, did the issue ever come back?

[@MyClutteredGarage]

@@ikedee1880 well I won’t know because unfortunately this happened a month later :( kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5iciHulh6p5gKM

[@jasonbudge4382]

I’m not car guy and have never fixed my own vehicle before. However, pep boys wanted to charge me $800 to get the fan to turn off so I decided to man up and fix it myself. I followed your video and decided to replace the thermostat (not the sensor). The fans works properly now, the gage sits at 210, and the check engine light is off. Been driving my tahoe for a 2 weeks and no problems at all. I appreciate you sharing the video and saving me some money.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Congratulations! You saved about $750. Maybe more 👍

[@jasonbudge4382]

Yes sir! Thanks again for the video!

[@bigworm92035]

I come to youtube as soon as I start having an issue. Usually don't have to even bother calling a shop. Although I will say I sometimes wish I had after attempting to fix it myself.

[@cgrooney9945]

Awesome to hear. did you have to reset the codes?

[@colinkultys7347]

Just had the same issue with my truck, replaced it at autozone. Part only costed $60. CRITICAL: the fan and temperature are still going to have the same problems unless you reset the codes as he said, if you can’t do that, simply remove the negative terminal from the battery for 15 seconds and then put it back on. Fixed the entire issue for me! Thanks for all the help!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Good luck!

[@elenanito8843]

I just did that to my 2018 GMC Sierra and it worked thanks God 👏

[@WayneBruffett-jm6hb]

So my son drove his Tahoe home for Thanksgiving break from college and it of course did fine until late Saturday night when he drove home from his girlfriend’s house. He called me from the driveway saying that the fan would not stop running. The next day was today, Sunday when he is supposed to drive 2 1/2 hours back to college. He and I had to skip church. I told my wife and my daughter to say prayers. I had watched this video the night before. We changed both the sensor and the thermostat. Work like a charm! He’s back on the road to school right now and I think everything is going fine! Thx sir for taking the time and effort to put this video out! Tell your dog “Chachiko” (sp?) we all said hello!

[@thor8447]

Very similar issue I'm having today. My family and I stayed with some friends this weekend out of town. We had a 2 hour drive from there to get to church this morning. When we got to church and turned the (suburban) off the fans continued to run. I cranked it back up and noticed the temp gauge was only reading 160 degrees. Now I'm here missing church searching videos on what the source of the problem could be. I suppose changing both the thermostat and the temp sensor will hopefully be the remedy.

[@scottweathersby3169]

This worked perfectly for my 2015 Yukon with 111k miles. I had replaced the temp sensor 6 months prior and it stopped the fan issue, but it had recently come back once the weather got cold. I would recommend replacing both the temp sensor and the thermostat while you are in... biggest issue I had was finding my 10mm socket. I am NOT mechanically inclined... anyone can do this if you follow these steps. Thanks for posting.

[@mikeg6326]

Thank you!!! Just finished doing this work just over an hour ago, did the thermometer & sensor and saved me over $500 doing it myself. Your video was extremely helpful.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great! Hope that solved the problem! Thank you.

[@erikvazquez6079]

My 2014(107k miles) is showing exactly the same symptoms your describing. This will save me a lot doing it myself. Thanks for the great video.

[@andrewazar2678]

You are a lifesaver! Truck started having the same problem yesterday and I found your video late last night after doing research. Replaced the thermostat today and the truck is back to normal. Definitely saved me a lot of money right before Christmas.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@carlapettus1189]

This video is awesome. Followed your instructions and I'm back in the game. 👌🏽

[@acrvids]

Thank you for posting this! I have had the EXACT same symptoms over the last few weeks and today I heard my cooling fans kick in at full blast when I stopped at the traffic light. When I got home my fans stayed on for a very long time and my upper radiator hose was ICE cold with no pressure.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks! Good luck!

[@zeebeach4871]

Thumbs up for the video. My 2014 Silverado did all of this yesterday and I bought a thermostat and coolant temperature sensor. $67 for the thermostat and $17 for the temperature sensor at Auto Zone. Took about an hour to fix it this morning with the majority of the time wrestling with the hose clamps. Temperature is at 210F and all is well. Don't know which part was the culprit, but for the price of them it made sense to just replace each one while I was right there.

[@82loboss]

Thank you it worked I only replaced the thermostat. I only had a hard time getting off the small house because of the clamp, but besides that the repair went pretty fast about an hour. Thank you again for saving my family money specially during this economic inflation.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Good luck!

[@daleshell1363]

Perfect - just like you said. I went and ordered both parts (just in case) and installed the thermostat for my 2016 Silverado. It took about 30 minutes. Worked perfectly. I took the temp sensor back and got my $17.🥰

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice!

[@rodtennell1663]

Just changed both the temp gage and thermostat. Money in the bank. Thank u my friend. Rod from SoCal.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@larissapaine4133]

Same thing as a lot of these comments! I was having the same issue I turned to the internet and found this awesome video! Saved me having to take it to a shop and got in fixed next day in under an hour. Thank you for sharing!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you!

[@davidryder918]

Thank you sir, this video is very informative & helpful for a guy that doesn’t have a Dad or Grandpa to show him this.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

That’s very kind. I lost my dad when I was two years old and lost my grandfathers when I was four years old. I was fortunate to have an older brother and older brother’s-in-law to teach me this kind of stuff. ❤️

[@davidryder918]

@@MyClutteredGarage I’m sorry to hear that, I’m an only child. I’m glad they showed you how to do these things. 😊

[@9ElevenCombatVet]

My Suburban has been having this exact problem. I've already changed the coolant temperature switch and same problem. The gauge drops down to 160 and stops functioning and the fan turns on high and continues to run even after it's shut off. I can't tell you how appreciative I am of this video. I'm changing my thermostat tomorrow! Really appreciate you!! This problem has been driving me nuts! Thank you for taking the time to post this! 🫡

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you. Remember you may need to clear the codes or wait for them to clear. Good luck!

[@9ElevenCombatVet]

@@MyClutteredGarage Most definitely! I do appreciate that

[@reysandwich]

So did the thermostat fix the issue

[@9ElevenCombatVet]

@@reysandwich I'm actually installing it either tonight or tomorrow. I got tied up with things going on with my kiddos school and haven't had a chance to do it yet. I did purchase it already though so just a matter of time. I'll actually let you know

[@reysandwich]

@@9ElevenCombatVet ok let us know

[@timothysummers3807]

Man, you saved me hundreds of $$$ with this video. Cost me 60 bucks plus some coolant. Had it done in 30 min. Thank you so much. Someone should get a Noble Prize for the creation of KZbin.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ethangospodareck]

You described exactly what was going on with my 2014 Silverado. Had it diagnosed at advanced auto a while ago. I've been putting it of for a while now. Super easy video to follow. A lot easier to fix than I expected. Did it today. Easy peasy. Thanks. God Bless

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped! Thank you!

[@stewjd01]

You are a lifesaver! This issue occurred with my wife's Tahoe and just happened with my Silverado last night. Both vehicles will be fixed in the morning!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks! Good luck! Be sure to clear the codes afterward.

[@stewjd01]

@@MyClutteredGarage Thanks, will do!

[@mb23lc]

As so many comments have said…. You are a life saver. My next route was going to be wiring and ECM replacements. God bless you!!!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you! Good luck!

[@tetristrivia]

Your video was a life saver! Had the exact same problem. Changed the sensor, seemed to fix it for a week but then it came back like you said. The thermostat was the culprit for sure. $55 fix!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great to hear!

[@Bri_Design_Guy]

Appreciate you posting this. I had bought the thermostat replacement part a while back, but never replaced it thinking the battery reset sorted it. Well, it didn’t. After going through the steps you explained/showed, all good now and back at 210! Thanks!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good to hear! Good luck!

[@Dubbersdad]

Great video! Had this issue this past Saturday happen. Fan just stayed running at a high speed. Found your video, replaced the thermostat. Took about 20 min thanks to this video. Only needed a 10mm socket and a flat head. Thank you for the great tutorial!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great to hear! Thank you!

[@JamesIrby-c3i]

Thank you so much! My 2014 Sierra was doing the exact same thing with the radiator fan running full blast even after I shut the engine off and my temp gauge would only get up to 185 degrees. I went ahead and replaced both the temperature sensor and thermostat and now it runs great and back to normal 210 degrees on the temp gauge. I’ll have to agree with the other 2 comments I read that you saved me $500 at Christmas time. Thanks again.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@Packsalot]

Glad I found your video. I will be making the fix tomorrow! I had the same issue with the fan and temp at 160 but it has been intermittent since last fall. When the truck seems to be working fine, I also noticed the temp only reaches part way to 210 as well. You mentioned mileage being an issue too. I have noticed my mileage has been worse lately as well. Hopefully this will be a win win all around. Thanks again. Have a great day.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you. Good luck!

[@Packsalot]

All fixed. Temp is good, no leaks, and I'll see about the mileage performance over time. Thanks again.

[@acrvids]

Me too. I had this happen to me today.

[@Retro_312]

I want to say THANK YOU! My friends chevy had the same issue and until we saw this video we couldn’t figure out what was the issue with the fans. Everybody please do this first. His thermostat valve was broken thats why it was acting up

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@duaneallison]

Thanks for your input. Counting cleanup and putting my tools away was just under an hour. I didn’t have to clear any codes because nothing popped up. The only indication was the temperature flatlined and the fan continued to run after the engine was turned off for about 5 minutes. Thanks again!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent!

[@Exeter1705]

Just wanted to say “Thanks” amigo !! You were absolutely 100% spot on ! Bought a new thermostat at autozone for $54.00 … installed it “Bingo” !! FIXED !! Your install video was a great help too … I was clueless on how to install it … your video was awesome … had it done in about an hour 👍. thanks again man !!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice work! Thank you!

[@rdaltonr1]

I just replaced my thermostat, and the temperature went right up to the required temperature. Thanks to you and others for putting this information out there.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice work! Thanks!

[@moon1cruiser]

I had already replaced the temp sensor, no luck. Watched this excellent video, went and bought the thermostat. But I decided to scan for codes(I did not have a check engine light), cleared the P0128 (Error code P0128 indicates that your engine coolant temperature is below the thermostat regulating temperature. This means that your Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has recognized that your engine is running cooler than it's supposed to). After clearing the code, started the truck and went for a ride- no fans and temp started rising up normally. I may still replace the t-stat, truck has 117K so a new tstat couldn't hurt. But before you replace either of these parts, clear your codes...you might save yourself a little time and money. This all started after we replaced the radiator and power flushed the cooling system. I wasn't having any issues other than a very minor radiator leak. When I got my truck back I noticed the temp wouldn't climb and the fans were roaring on high- cleared the codes as mentioned above and fans stop coming on, temp rose to 210...back to normal.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks! If the thermostat is not closing properly, you will likely get the fault again. Good luck!

[@harryfanning5566]

SiR Thank You So Very Much.... Y'all listen to This MAN all the way through his Video 👍👍 I so thank you SIR ... I went ahead and bought both parts while I was there working temperature sensor and thermostat also Antifreeze $113 Fix AutoZone 12-14-24.... 2 hrs Getting Parts and Replacing Everything.. I on the Road Again 👍

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you!

[@jerrykane4399]

Thank you for the video. I had the same problem and only changed out the thermostat and it worked. I used your bungi idea, small low stand, etc. By listening to your advice I saved $$$$. Well done, and thank you, thank you.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@atypicalviking1369]

Very helpful! I changed the sensor outside Oreilys and sat there scratching my head trying to figure why it no work! 😂 luckily this was the first thing that came up on my youtube search! You saved the day!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent! Good luck!

[@robertwasser]

Changed my temp sensor and thermostat. Although my temp didn’t come up when I took it for a ride and fan continued to run high, when I got back home and turned it off, fan quit almost immediately. Started truck back up and temp immediately went to 210 and fan wasn’t running anymore. Thanks a bunch. You were a huge help!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@JuanRamirez-jz5pt]

Excellent video, issue has been resolved. This was the 2nd time my Radiators Fans felt like flying. Also, since the fans were rev'd up, that also killed my battery. The first time, I took it to the dealership, and they could not recreate the problem. Several months later, the issue came back. Just replaced the thermostat and I noticed my gauge finally start working properly, THANKS!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great!

[@misterbalsa9676]

Thanks for the informative video! I had the "demonic possesed fan" problem in a 2017. Scan tool showed the coolant temp rarely getting over 140F. I replaced both the TStat and sensor at the same time, about a 15 minute job. After, I realized my truck had been running cooler and cooler for a while and my mileage was dropping! 😉 I always had good heat, so I attributed it to winter weather and mostly short trips. I'm pretty sure the real problem was the TStat, but the sensor was cheap and easy enough to replace while I was there. Now the temp gauge reaches straight up and down and the fuel mileage has improved.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Oddly I was noticing a fuel economy issue too. These new-fangled computerized machines :)

[@nimrod275]

What was the fuel mileage difference you mentioned?

[@misterbalsa9676]

When the engine runs too cold, the ECU will make the mixture overly rich, just like an old school manual choke. This can kill the fuel mileage and possibly foul plugs if allowed to continue too long.

[@danstewart9118]

Thanks bud, this video saved me a ton of $$ by doing it myself for my 2014 Silverado. Helped out the Christmas budget too =) . Sent you a super thanks! (Total cost was $75 for the thermostat and the sensor and a little bit of time)

[@TylerAndrews-fk7fk]

cool ill be doing the same!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

That’s very kind! I’m glad it worked. Thank you so much. Merry Christmas!

[@billenos1551]

This is exactly what I needed to do, after changing the temp sensor and the pigtail connector to the temp sensor, it was replacing the thermostat that fixed the problem. Thank you for the video!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@kristophermartel9803]

Thank you for this video!!! Took all of 30 minutes for me to fix it and codes immediately reset on their own

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@MrJLewis59]

2016 Sierra 6.2 and this video was spot on! The hardest part of the whole repair was choosing the tstat assembly and temp sensor as there were many to choose from! Thanks for sharing the video with us!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@christopherprescott9110]

Vortec by chance? Also, what’d ya end up going with for the tstat??

[@MrJLewis59]

No an EcoTec I don’t remember the brand but I bought the whole assembly which included the o ring gasket and lifetime warranty

[@robbygaume600]

My wife’s 2016 Yukon started doing this Saturday night. I fixed it Sunday morning thanks to you. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@BoostedByV]

Just happened to me now 😂

[@markolenick5467]

Thank you for this video. Also I am glad that you and yours were able to walk away from that accident. Glad you are all OK and as the say the rest is just metal.. I just came across your video while searching for cause for the fans running. I have a 2014 Suburban and plan on swapping the thermostat to start. I'll let you and your viewers know how it turns out.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you for your kind comments. Good luck! -Ed

[@kssaunders1]

My 2015 Silverado was doing this exact same thing. I took your advice and replaced both coolant temperature sensor and thermostat as they were both very simple to do and this fixed everything. I also bought a diagnostic tool and it showed the ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) error but said it was permanent and I could not reset it with the scan tool. However, after driving around the block the temperature came back up to 210F and it cleared the code and engine light - Thanks much!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@tessatia5776]

Thank you for this amazing video, engine light and fans came on while driving to work, watched your video picked up a thermostat on way home and fixed it in less than 30 minutes, and for under $100

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you!

[@alext2850]

I've always tried to do basic repairs on cars over the years. My Wife's 2015 Suburban had this exact issue. Temp wouldn't come up, the fans would stay on after shutting the truck off until the battery died. I ordered the parts from Rockauto, the thermostat and temp sensor. The fans stopped blaring away, I also bought a code reader and was able to reset the codes. My only snag was that I didn't seat the wire into the thermostat well enough, I had to re-seat it and the truck works great. Your video was clear, concise and well videoed. Thank you for this post, everything I read about this - you saved me a ton. I've seen average costs for the thermostat start at $240 alone. I'm sure the temp sensor was going to be another $300+. Thanks!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent. Thank you! -Ed

[@brandonwoodcock4374]

Mine literaly just got stuck on for the first time about an hour ago after i.pulled into the driveway. My temp gauge was at 160, and fan was running wide open. I live in southern ky, and its pretty chilly outside. I have a 2016 chevy 1500 model. Glad i found this video. Also my temp gauge rarely ever gets up to 210. Its usually around 180, so tomorrow im replacing the thermostat.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Hope it helps! Thank you.

[@JJ_Longhorn18]

So far so good. Took me 10 minutes to swap out after watching this video. I’ll keep posted what happens next!

[@finallyitsed2191]

I have the exact same problem with my 2015 Suburban. I already replaced the temperature sensor which fixed the problem for one day, then it returned. Like you, replacing the thermostat did not make sense to me since it is purely mechanical, but it is a really simple thing to replace.. AND I'm willing to give it a try at this point. I also liked your dog. He reminds me of a dog I had a few years back that looked exactly like yours except she had longer legs, but the same sweetest disposition. I am going to give this a try and will let you know how it works out for me. Thanks so much for sharing this.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you and good luck! I’ll tell Hachi you said hello. 😄👍

[@Pearhead4207]

This is my 2014 to a T. It's been riding at that mark between 160 and 210 for quite some time. I thought I heard my fans running hard a few days ago and it stopped. Today it happened again. Gonna give this a whirl in the morning. Great vid..will reply w/ results!

[@Pearhead4207]

Worked like a champ. I too changed the sensor first because it was "easier". Made no change. Once a new thermostat was on it worked like a charm. I however did run into a small hiccup. When hooking my overflow hose back up as i slid the clamp down the hose the stem on the thermostat broke completely off. I had to dig it out of the hose and then return it for a new one. Guy at the counter said he'd seen it a few times over the years. Glad it happened when i was fiddling w it and not while cruising down the road. Thanks again for the vid!

[@baruckhakhaiyim1036]

Excellent video. I just did this with my 2017 Yukon XL after watching this video and it worked like a charm. Thanks Sir!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@danielmejia6233]

Thanks for the video. Definitely doing this to my 2017 Silverado. Guys. For emergency occasions just disconnect the battery and reconnect it. I did it a couple times in the last two months. But definitely doing the fix soon.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck!

[@CPRBrew-ej3ls]

2015 Suburban LTZ -- appreciate the detailed video. Our fans stuck on without a temp gauge signal around 102k miles, changed the temp sensor then and it fixed it, but issue returned at 111k miles, again with no temp gauge signal (

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck! Thanks!

[@jeffklavon4938]

Same issue great video, just replaced thermostat on my 15 with 223k on it worked like a charm. Saved a nice amount of coin too

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Thank you!

[@drewmcg2010]

Thank you very much for sharing this video. I fixed my 2015 just as you directed and had no issues!!! Thank you very much. Life saver!!!

[@Bighawaiian99]

I just wanted to give a big thank you for this video. This really helped me out alot in the situation i was in this morning. I replaced both which helped out alot !! 😊👍🏽 thanks again!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Glad it helped! Thank you. -Ed

[@gfaas100]

Changed the thermostat and so far, this has taken care of my issues. Thanks for a great video 🎉

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped! Good luck!

[@prescottrealtors-teamkeller]

Look at all of the views you've got! Apparently a common issue. My 2015 Yukon Denali started with this issue and we've replaced the coolant temperature gauge twice. Everything is fine for a couple of days, and then the fan acts up again. We are moving on to replacing the thermostat now! Thanks for your video.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you. Good luck!

[@jduvall84]

Thank you thank you thank you… changed the sensor out a few months back.. was fine til about two weeks ago… been racking my brain on this… changed out the thermostat today… drove all over… has been sitting at 210 and no fan…

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent!

[@stephenflaim9529]

I believe that is exactly what my problem is too. I to put the sensor in first had no problems for about four months and it started doing it again. I had bought a thermostat at that time just in case it did it again so tomorrow I will be putting that in. Thank you for your video.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks! Hope it works!

[@RyanJohnson-d1e]

Thank you for posting this video. I had the same issue on my 2015 Chevy Silverado. Replaced the sensor but temperature would never get more than around 180° I replaced the thermostat and temperature immediately moved up and held at 210° 👍

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@FiremanBeast41]

Great video! I replaced my sensor a year ago and then the same problem started happening again. Took me 20 minutes to replace the thermostat and so far it’s working fine.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great to hear!

[@sv56dd]

Fantastic Video! Same issues on my '14 Silverado. Followed step by step and working like a charm now. Thank you!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great to hear!

[@dalefoster3035]

Tried this an worked great, saw another day before bout replacing sensor an almost went an got one, but looked the next day an saw this video an it made sense, the guy describes how to step by step, Great pictures an instructions😊

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@AndrewAustin-e6k]

Exact problem came up this morning 2014 Silverado 1500, fans running at max and wouldn’t shut off as well as temp gauge needle sitting at 160. Awesome video! Replaced only the thermostat not the violent temp sensor and problem is solved is about 20 min. No codes and everything works as should

[@AndrewAustin-e6k]

Coolent*

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thanks for your kind comment!

[@chiefskingdom6663]

Changed the thermostat and it’s working fine for now! Will give any update. Mine is a 2015 Silverado LT

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Sweet!

[@stevepoulos]

Changed the sensor on my sons 2015 Silverado (5.3L) but the fan kept running. Changed the thermostat and the fan kept running. There was no CEL on because he said he had cleared the codes, so I thought I had a bigger problem. Grabbed the code reader and the code was still there. Cleared it and the fans immediately went to normal ops. Wish I would have cleared the codes after the sensor, but either way, great video. He has a new sensor and thermostat.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck! Thank you.

[@Megatron_Hunt_Life]

Well because of this video I decided to do the same thing you did because it kept on messing up. I'm happy to say I didn't have to reset the computer. Thank you for this video!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Excellent! Great job!

[@Megatron_Hunt_Life]

@@MyClutteredGarage thanks! I just give ya a sub because I'm sure I will need help again sometime

[@waynepfaffly7589]

Thank you for the easy to follow guidance! Like you, I started with the sensor and still had issues. So far so good!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you. Good luck!

[@bennyrosalez6648]

Hello, thank you for this video. I have the exact problem and I just replaced the sensor and thought that it was fixed, until fans came back on. I will change the thermostat in the morning. Thank you some much !!!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck! It will take time to reset if you don’t clear the codes.

[@anthonybabin9477]

Great video - easy to follow, clear instructions and accurate pricing on replacement parts.Well done and Thank You!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you. Glad it helped. Good luck!

[@cliffweaver2650]

great video! And this probably explains why my heat hasn't been as hot as I thought it should be! Drive home tonight my temp gauge didn't even work. First thing I'll try is the thermostat.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck, and be sure to reset the codes. 👍

[@fred65condra]

Replaced every sensor associated with temp and your video really helped after we spent over 2000.00 on garages that worked on it ....

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped but sorry it was after all that work!

[@jamescreek6346]

Thanks for the video. My 2015 silverado just started having the same problem with the fan staying on, and I have a 1028 code (temp). I'm going to pick up a thermostat tomorrow.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck!

[@jameslozano8448]

Thank you VERY MUCH!! Fixed my 2017 gmc Yukon. Replaced both thermostat and sensor and the check engine light went away soon as I turned on the car. Awesome video.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Fantastic! Thanks!

[@jtturner1843]

I just changed sensor. Ill go ahead and get a thermostat as well lol. Thanks for the video

[@MyClutteredGarage]

@@jtturner1843 good luck!

[@JOSHOCT12]

Thanks for this Video .. save me so much money and time .. Replaced mine in about 30 minutes .. Temp Gauge went back to normal .. just waiting to clear my codes.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@mr_meeseeks2668]

I just want to say THANKS. your video help me a lot i changed the sensor and the thermostat and now my truck is back to normal. Thanks again.🎉

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@mjb6311]

My 2016 Tahoe just started doing this last night. Thank you very much for this video!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck!

[@brianhess3076]

Thanks for making this video… My Truck has been rebuilt and has been broken down more often than not… I just wanted to be able to fix this myself.. I hope it does the trick.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks. Good luck!

[@stinkysully20]

Just wanted to say thank you. Had this same issue. I replaced the sensor, problem went away for about 5 months and then started again. Paid the $68 for the thermostat, swapped it out and put some coolant in and so far so good.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Good luck. Thank you.

[@domriz7369]

You have a wire that will short again never was the thermostat

[@SoniaLove91]

Did the engine light came on during this issue?

[@jamesherniak9540]

I had this same issue with my ‘15 and this fix worked perfectly. Thank you sir

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@donnygordon9618]

i just payed 233 big bucks up here in northern canada thx i like your video

[@trillionwhite]

Just put mines on a few minutes ago. Problem solved. And it was easy thanks to you. Fingers crossed my issue doesn’t come bk though 😅

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Good luck!

[@33drummerr]

Thank you for this very instructional video!! I changed the sensor in my 2015 tahoe awhile back but the problem came back but thanks to your video and instructions I will Be changing the thermostat out!! Great video thanks again!!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck!

[@JosiahDurham-c2p]

Appreciate your video! Followed it to a T and it was an easy enough fix! Saved me quite a bit of money vs taking into a shop. Thank you

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@cptmoroni1]

Worked for my 2015 Yukon XL with the 5.3 v8. If you replace the temp sensor and you're struggling to get it out like i was: 1. There's a gray sliding tab that covers the squeeze point to remove the electrical connector. You have to pull up on the sliding tab, which will expose the squeeze tab under it and then push on the now exposed tab on the to release the connector. 2. You'll need a 19MM socket wrench to unscrew the coolant temp sensor (use a long barreled socket as the normal short barrel one seems to be just a bit too short). The above steps should save you about 45 minutes of frustration.

[@mrclay1964]

Thanks for this video. I had the same problem this morning. Bought censor, didn't work. Bought thermostat, and it did the trick. Check engine light never came on. But the new thermostat did the trick

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Nice! Thank you.

[@timhoskins9808]

I had the very same problem. replaced the temp. sensor and worked great for about a week. Then followed your advice and replaced the thermostat. Now working fine and warms up to 210 F just like new. So far so good we will see over time. I am suspect of the connector that engages the sensor, so I have on hand a new connector just in case I need it. Original connector may not be staying in locked position. Thanks for you help!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great! Hope it does the trick!

[@nathanjago7377]

Great video. I was experiencing the same symptoms. Replaced the thermostat. Drove it a mile down the road and it reset itself.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Great!

[@jamesowens5389]

Video was very helpful, this happened to me recently and the information helped alot. First I replaced temperature censor and then thermostat next. Thank you

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you! Good luck!

[@stephenirving2980]

Thanks a bunch for the quick concise video! I did both on my 14 gmc pickup. Best video on this fix that I found. Great work!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@DanCooper404]

My man, you just saved me a few hundred bucks and a day waiting for my truck to get fixed. Taking my time and re-watching certain parts a few times, it took me 40 minutes and cost me 80 bucks. 😁

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@RossOnTheLand]

Excellent fix! Good diagnosis and thanks for taking us along.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thanks Ross!

[@Kizlak]

Thank you for the video. I changed the sensor and nothing happened. Thermostat was the fix. The video was easy to follow , THANKS

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@bigdogrobbiet]

@@MyClutteredGaragejust had the same issue. 2014 GMC SIERRA . Changed thermostat straight to 210. Thanks for the help. Great diy video

Perfect video to explain and show repair. Seems best to replace both because of location and they work together. Seems if the gauge stays at 160 it would be a sensor issue, mine doesnt even do the gauge scan at start up.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Interesting about the gauge scan. Did you read the codes?

@@MyClutteredGarage no, nothing showing on dash and do not have a reader. I just figured, as with any computer stuff, reset and try again. Sometimes my factory radio needs reset and then its fine for months. I will see if it works over a period of time, if not I will let you know, but ya, all the gauges at start up do a fan scan and settle where current readings are. But when this was happening the temp Guage does not move during start up, so to me its all electrical, not mechanical. Ghosts in the machine

@@MyClutteredGarage For a 3 week update. Working perfectly by just the reset. Still does the gauge scan "sweep" at startup as it should for all gauges. One way to see is put a manual temp gauge in for test and see if the thermostat, a manual mechanical feature that does not send a signal to a computer or gauge, only the sensor or wiring or computer or gauge itself would be to blame if the thermostat is opening and closing as it should. If the thermostat is stuck open or closed the gauge should reflect overheating or too cold it the other parts mentioned are working properly. On a Duramax we were reading low oil pressure,the gauge and sent a code. But engine sounded fine.....of course a "mechanic" wanted $2500 to replace the oil pump......I suggested putting on a mechanical oil pressure gauge and viola, we had correct oil pressure, we flashed the computer and it work for awhile.....same issue again......beings its all trial and error anymore beyond mechanical parts when it intermittent,we then replaced sensor......6 months no issue yet. It seems sensors and computers to tell you if the mechanical item is working fail more often than the mechanical item. Fun Fun.

[@MikePartyof5]

Jersey, Thank you so much. I changed out two Temp sensors before I found this video. So glad it's probably a thermostat issues and not an ECU. Easy fix for me tomorrow. Appreciate the time you took to make this video. Liked and Subscribed!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you! Good luck! Remember to clear the codes!

[@markhebert9454]

Excellent recommendation. Worked on my 2014. Sensor didn't fix. Tx for the video !!!!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@JackTheNet-i1r]

Great video with instructions. Was having same problem and changed sensor and thermostat. No more fan running after shutting engine off.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!

[@kevinhurst6330]

Your absolutely right my brother I'm replacing both while I'm doing it I rather be safe than stupid 💯 and I listen to wise men!!!! Such as yourself my brother I'm listening

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Thank you! Good luck!

[@TimothyBrashear]

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[@StizinkySlizinky]

Thank you so much I just encountered this exact problem 5 mins ago. Fan stopped 5 mins after turning off the vehicle. Temp gauge was stuck at 160.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Good luck! I’d bet your sensor is fine but your thermostat is bad.

[@865P]

my fan started running this morning and would not shut off. No codes came up no errors, but the temperature was bottomed out. I decided to replace both since the price was only like 20 bucks and I had the stuff apart . seems to be working properly now . thank you for taking the time to do this 👍

[@MyClutteredGarage]

Awesome!