Vauxhall Corsa D Tips & Tricks: How To Change the Thermostat (& Snap Bolts)

How to replace the thermostat in a Vauxhall Corsa D. This is a simple job you can do at home with basic tools. In this video, we:
• remove the engine coolant temperature sensor
• release the electric connector on the thermostat
• take off the hose at the back of the thermostat
• undo the bolts that secure the thermostat (E11 socket)
• fit a new thermostat to a Vauxhall Corsa D
• top up the engine coolant in a Vauxhall Corsa D.
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[@CarSpyTV]

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[@Bob-pb5gd]

Very interesting to see how this unit is exchanged. Tricky with the snapped bolt! Good job and well explained,

[@CarSpyTV]

My heart sank when that bolt snapped!

[@James-id3yw]

Watched your video just to work out how to remove that dam plug! Very informative video and good camera work. Thank you

[@CarSpyTV]

You're welcome, James. More Corsa content to follow.

[@rdt1882]

Great how-to vid with clear and practical help. Thanks.

[@CarSpyTV]

No worries, RDT.

[@sergeb3347]

I m from Canary Islands, bought the thermostat and tools in Aliexpress, , less than 25 € and your video. Fantastic ! thank you so much. Your video shows the "hidden parts" as unlock the clps, etc

[@CarSpyTV]

You're welcome. Glad the video helped. Best wishes from the UK.

[@CarSpyTV]

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[@ianleak]

Good afternoon got the transit ready for a little paint under the bonnet over the weekend, will be looking good for a very old van from the 60s , by the way now got a 2021 transit have a good weekend

[@CarSpyTV]

Glad there's been progress, Ian. I'm sure the new paint will look splendid. A 2021 van too, ey? Good on yah!

[@nking7603]

Your videos are very practical and creative.

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. That's appreciated. Plenty more videos to follow.

[@CarSpyTV]

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[@anne8781]

Glad you were able to sort out your snapped bolt.

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you, Anne. I was lucky to get a spare so easily.

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[@dazzahaywood3298]

This video helped me I done mine the other day. Yep my screw snapped off tryin to undo them had to wait for a delivery of new ones then finished it... subscribed liked and thanks Garage wanted £250 quid one wanted £275. I've never done any maintenance on any car I've had but this last year got myself some tools and went to war cause my vauxhall corsa d is like my enemy 😂😂

[@CarSpyTV]

Glad you got it sorted, Dazza. More Corsa videos to follow.

[@safdarrizvi9885]

You dont know your own strength with that bolt.I just bought a 2011 Corsa 1.4 SRI and ran a health diagnostic that brought up code P00B7 engine coolant flow insufficient.I will get my mechanic to check the thermostat and if it needs replacing its an easy enough job.Good video.Thanks.

[@CarSpyTV]

Thanks. Glad you like the video. More to follow. Enjoy your new car.

[@Bob-pb5gd]

Very well explained. Nice and clear with excellent visuals. Brilliant!

[@CarSpyTV]

Thanks. I'll try not to snap any more bolts!

[@theginge6064]

Great video

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. Glad the video helped.

[@austinmorris3970]

Just about to do this job today informative 👌 cheers

[@CarSpyTV]

Hope it goes well.

[@tailswin30]

Exelent My friend very good master

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. More Corsa videos to follow. Best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@nta.16]

Another clear and well explained video and showing real life incidents with old cars Well done as always. Despite its cheerful colour it's still a GM product with GM quality so you done well to only have one setscrew break. Ridiculous that there's not a reliable torque setting but that's how manufacturers carry on in modern times. Nice to see a bit of plastic like that last so long. Bit of a squeal when you turned the engine off, if it's not the drive belt loose try a spray of GT85 on the drive shaft of the alternator or water pump if appropriate to see which quietens the noise and take further actions if the GT85 hasn't cured it anyway.

[@CarSpyTV]

Thanks for the suggestion regarding the squeal, Nta16. This GT85 sounds like good stuff. If only you'd recommended it sooner! Best wishes as always.

[@nta.16]

@@CarSpyTV you knew I'd get a mention in with this vid. :) TBH it'd be a bit of a waste using it on a GM but you are worth it!

[@TheCraicenofCootehill]

High praise to you for the simple to follow walk-through sir! I was dreading having to change my thermostat on my 1.2 limited edition but thanks to your duendilligence with camera placement and video editing, I no longer have to hand my precious car over to my oats for brains mechanic. Where did you get the reassembly montage music by the way? I like it a lot and I hope that the genre theme is "English Bogding Organ"

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you for the kind comment. It's appreciated. The music came from the KZbin Audio Library. More Corsa videos to follow.

[@BUTTHEAD81COL]

I could do it by my self. Thank you!

[@CarSpyTV]

You're welcome, John.

[@dazzahaywood3298]

Doin mine at this minute got to where you snapped the bolt now that part is making me wish I'd never started

[@CarSpyTV]

I'm sure you'll succeed. Just be gentle.

[@dazzahaywood3298]

@CarSpyTV yep just as I got to the last bolt SNAP but luckily there was just enough sticking out to get the grips on. I've got to get a bolt from somewhere any ideas would really help I've tried screwfix they have the same size but there solid steal would they do or are they got be the right ones. Thanks

[@CarSpyTV]

eBay sells numerous types of bolt. However, I used a random bolt we had at home and that's been fine.

[@markwilliams2830]

Hello dear friend good to see you well.I like these sort of Videos and you explain them very well.Were you having over heating problems ? Best Wishes M

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you for the kind words, Mark. The Corsa wasn't overheating. It was just leaking coolant from its thermostat housing. All okay now. Best wishes to you, too.

[@abutalibh7553]

Do you have a video on how to change the engine coolant temperature sensor for a corsa D?

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. I haven't covered this subject, but there are more Corsa videos to follow.

[@allsystemsdownagain9553]

HI. Great video. What were the symptoms you had before discovering it was the thermostat?? My heaters blow cold when stationary but blow hot when driving engine temp hovers from 100 to 115 degrees

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. Glad you like the video. The following link might be useful. See: motorad.com/top-signs-of-a-bad-engine-thermostat-and-how-to-fix-them/

[@mattsbeamer]

Hello Stephen! Another great tutorial. Very clear and precise. I’m glad you removed the snapped bolt with ease. Where do you normally get your information for torque settings? Cheers, matt

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you, Matt. Torque settings come from various sources. For example Autodata, factory service manuals, online forums, etc.

[@mattsbeamer]

@@CarSpyTV Very useful to know. When it comes to BMW I use newtis. I love it :)

[@neytzhpz3971]

Hi mate ! Thanks for all your videos it helps me a lot ! I'm a little on my own with my new car so you're like my dad. Last week-end you helped me change my gearshift on my Vauxhall Adam 1.0 90hp. Now I've got a "cooling issue"... I have checked my fluid levels and it appears I don't have any cooling liquid anymore. So I filled with a little bit of water in it, did a few miles and when I stopped, checked my engine and there was some water next to the reservoir. I kept the hood open, refilled with some cooling liquid under the max, heated the engine, and stepped on the gas pedal, the liquid went off the reservoir. Does anybody have an idea of what this issue could be ?

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. Thanks for the kind comment. I’m glad the videos help. There are several reasons a car loses coolant. I’d check the easy stuff first. For example, you said that you found water close to the reservoir (expansion tank). Perhaps the tank’s cracked and leaking. This happened to me. To find out fill the tank, thoroughly dry its outside, drive the car, then see if the outside of the tank’s wet. Also check for: * leaks via the coolant hoses, e.g. lower radiator * damage to radiator * leaky drain plug at base of radiator (if fitted) Be careful not to burn yourself. Such parts get hot. Good luck.

[@neytzhpz3971]

@@CarSpyTV Thanks a lot mate! I'll try these options

[@dazzahaywood3298]

Gonna do exactly the same on my corsa today not to sure if I should use some sort of sealer just to make sure garage wanted 250 quid to do exactly the same job sod the garage iam doin it myself got my part from auto vox original part not to sure about tighten them

[@CarSpyTV]

Good luck. Hope the job goes well.

[@DheyaaAlHallaf]

Hi Can you send me the name of what type of temperature pressure it

[@arunkumar-xc3ms]

My vauxhall corsa fan always running. When i turn on the engine the fan works at high speed without any stopping . After i parked and turn off engine and switch on ,the fan runs before engine start. Do u have any idea is this sensor or thermostat?

[@CarSpyTV]

The following link might help. See: www.ukcorsa-d.com/threads/corsa-d-2014-limited-edition-cooling-fan-running-constantly.177071/ www.allcorsa.co.uk/threads/help-radiator-fan-constantly-on.52841/

[@clj.4874]

There is alot of oil bottom of my thermostat housing, any ideas anyone ? is the oil swtich only thing located by there it could be or maybe rocker cover gasket just above the housing. thanks

[@CarSpyTV]

If you clean off the spilt oil, it’s then easier to see where it’s leaking from. Good luck.

[@ProudLion500]

And how do you unblock the heater matrix ?

[@CarSpyTV]

The following link might be useful. See: haynes.com/en-gb/tips-tutorials/why-my-car-heater-not-working#:~:text=If%20a%20blockage%20is%20suspected,one%20of%20the%20matrix%20pipes.

[@austinkidd-smith]

Good tutorial

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you, and best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@austinkidd-smith]

@@CarSpyTV what size were the torx bolts? I haven't got a e11 in any of my sets

[@CarSpyTV]

I know the feeling. However many sockets I buy, I still need more. It was E11 on my car.

[@shadowofadoubt14]

The haynes manual says 8 for the torque on the thermostat housing bolts for petrol engines or 25 on the diesel engines

[@CarSpyTV]

Thanks for the info and best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@00DaNnY000]

8nm for the 3 bolts ?

[@shadowofadoubt14]

@@00DaNnY000 Yep, the 3 on the plastic thermostat housing. I didn't even bother torquing them in the end, I just used my heart ❤️

[@marcinsawicki7346]

I have a question, maybe someone can help. I have changed thermostat as in the movie, thank you so much. After that noticed leak from the pipe coming out of the tank. There are two of them on top of the tank: open end overflow and one more - can someone tell me how is it called(to buy it)?

[@marcinsawicki7346]

Couldnt find in eurocarpart but found in amazon 😂 Low pressure hose it was by the way

[@CarSpyTV]

Excellent. Glad you found it. Best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@00DaNnY000]

Can I ask what you used to clean the gunk off before putting new housing in with seal? can you use GT85 or MO90? Or is it just a clean microfibres cloth

[@CarSpyTV]

This was a while ago now. However, my best recollection is brake cleaner and a cloth. Good luck.

[@00DaNnY000]

@@CarSpyTV I have the code P0597 thermostat circuit open the damn opposite to over heating so my engine can’t get to temp. which is still bad the heaters haven’t worked for a month but couldn’t be bothered checking and now I need to as fan is on full RPM and orange car and spanner symbol on. Ordered new thermostat and housing

[@CarSpyTV]

I know the feeling! I'm sure you'll get it sorted.

[@towkukus]

What's a great video! What is the difference between the thermostat and temperature sensor that is located next to it?

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video. The thermostat opens and closes to let engine coolant pass through it (or not). The link below explains how it works. See: germanauto.co.uk/how-a-car-thermostat-works/#:~:text=It's%20not%20magic.,the%20thermostat%20starts%20to%20close.

[@towkukus]

Thanks. Do you know what is that temp sensor for next to the thermostat?

[@CarSpyTV]

I'm not with the Corsa today to check. However, engine coolant temperature seems like a decent guess. You might be able to find out for sure via the factory service manual.

[@sobo5476]

Do you unplug the battery before removing any sensors or plugs.

[@CarSpyTV]

On my car, I didn't unplug the battery and everything was fine.

[@Pumpkinhead77]

My old thermostat looked even worse. Part had rusted away and the spring popped out when I took it off. I still have a problem though. :-\

[@kobicarr195]

Where did you get the thermostat from I’ve found a few on eBay do u know how reliable they are?

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. On eBay, I suggest you check the seller feedback to see how reliable such parts tend to be. Best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@kobicarr195]

@@CarSpyTV ordered one thank you very much

[@CarSpyTV]

You're welcome.

[@austinkidd-smith]

What size are the torx bolts for the thermostat? You said e11 but others are saying e10

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. On my car, they were definitely E11. I’m not sure whether other cars vary.

[@robsta1980]

Hello. Great video, for some reasson the bottom hose never gets hot. Ive bled the rad by loosening the plastic screw on top. I ran the car to 92c temp after fitting a new stat and the fans didnt kick in. What temp does the stat open and fans come on please? I used the odometer button trick to get the secret menu up to read the temp btw.

[@CarSpyTV]

Thanks. Glad you like the video. The following link might be interesting: www.ukcorsa-d.com/threads/what-is-our-operating-temperature.171665/

[@TshepoMashigo-gi6xj]

If you leave in SA go to goldwagen

[@SaladDodgerMedia]

I've changed the thermostat like you did, leaking from bottom of housing. Took off, cleaned again, applied gasket sealer, still leaking? Any ideas

[@CarSpyTV]

I'd check the thermostat housing for damage. Hope you get it sorted.

[@converge8008]

How did you sort this in the end mate

[@sarwarrahman4875]

Please can you send link of where u bought the thermostat from thanks

[@CarSpyTV]

The part came from eBay. Good luck fixing your car.

[@sarwarrahman4875]

@@CarSpyTV was it an aftermarket one. Please can you send me link of it if possible.

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. The link's expired as I bought this part long ago. Euro Car Parts might be worth a look, too.

[@stephen8468]

Could you please help me, what is that sensor called next to the thermostat?? The one you unclipped along side thermostat sensor, Your looks pretty new and I can’t find one anyware? It looks round inside when I unclipped mine Can you please help ?

[@CarSpyTV]

Hello. It's a coolant temperature sensor. Best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@stephen8468]

@@CarSpyTV I don’t think it’s that sensor, I think I must have air in cooling system as I haven’t Bleed the system after changing thermostat and car is overheating and cold air from my heaters inside car, do you think is why?

[@CarSpyTV]

Air in the cooling system can stop hot air emerging from the internal vents. Other issues can too, of course. Did you have hot air before you replaced the thermostat? I have made a video that reveals how to replace the coolant in a Corsa D. It shows a bleed valve on the top of the radiator. Good luck.

[@stephen8468]

@@CarSpyTV yeah the hot air was working fine before I changed thermostat, I think there must be air in the cooling system, the vents only blowing cold air now, there was some bubbling noises from expansion tank when I topped up then went for a drive Thankyou for getting back to me

[@stephen8468]

Could I ask one more question and confirm that that sensor next to thermostat is actually a oil pressure switch not a coolant sensor, if you Google it you will see what I mean, just been very confused by that sensor? Kind regards

[@thindo]

Been there... Inventing new swear words know the feeling

[@CarSpyTV]

My heart sank when that bolt snapped! Best wishes from CarSpyTV.

[@jankowalski6338]

4:35 in my case it was 8

[@jungsomewhat]

Good stuff like your kinda loony persona 😅

[@CarSpyTV]

Thank you. More Corsa videos to follow.

[@billsykes75]

Hi, Im looking at thermostats for a 2011 (61) 1.2 petrol Corsa D but there seem to be a few different ones, Please can You tell Me how I would know exactly which one I would need without having to remove the current one to see..? Many Thanks in Advance…🙏🏻

[@CarSpyTV]

You can find a supplier that lets you search for the part via the car's registration number (and cross reference the existing part number if you know it). Then, compare any suggested parts to what's fitted to your car, e.g. position of the bolts. You can also ask the supplier for help.

[@billsykes75]

@@CarSpyTV Hi, Thankyou so much for Your speedy response…🙂, I get what You are saying but I done that before with My old Ford Ranger but the one they sent which should have been correct was not, It turned out I had to get a Mazda one if You can believe that lol..!!!🤯💯😂 Maybe I should just take the current Thermostat off before buying a replacement…👌🏻😌

[@CarSpyTV]

I understand. Sometimes, you can only maximise the chance of getting the right part then cross your fingers. Good luck.

[@billsykes75]

@@CarSpyTV 🤞🏻😩🤞🏻💯😂👍🏻

[@nigelperry8246]

General important point: those rubber seals are very common on thermostats/outlets now. NEVER use any liquid gasket, you will cause hydraulic lock in the seal channel and you WILL crack the part. 100% guaranteed