So I got a check engine light on in my 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. I took it to Autozone and their reader told me it’s a P0128 Thermostat Rationality Test Error which means that my thermostat is bad and needs to be replaced. So in this Video I’ll show you how to replace a thermostat on a dodge grand caravan. This repair also works on a Chrysler Town and Country minivan.
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**Tools/Parts Needed**
New Thermostat: https://amzn.to/2NRJV24
Coolant: https://amzn.to/3qYTdaO
Coolant Funnel: https://amzn.to/3pMpge1
New Air Intake Filter: https://amzn.to/3pE6LIs
13mm Socket: https://amzn.to/3r7ieRb
Clip Removal Tool: https://amzn.to/3oAVPd8
Socket Extension: https://amzn.to/36sEYTQ
Visegrips: https://amzn.to/3cl9aUG
Hose Clamp Pliers: https://amzn.to/3cqihmZ
(these are amazon affiliate links)
I kept the plastic shield in place to act as a funnel to my bucket. No mess.
A gentleman among dads. I tip my dad hat to you.
I have a problem with my 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. The passenger-side heater is stuck on high, even when it's turned off. Is this an expensive repair?
No thanks I'll pay 200 bucks and take it somewhere lol
HOLYCOW!! I have changed thermostats on cars from 1959 to 2000, they all took 5 min. and a $5 thermostat.
Thanks for the help. I fixed my wife's 2017 Grand Caravan SXT for less than $100 with the coolant.
I got lazy and decided to skip the part about removing the plastic fairings. Bad idea; I had a big mess to clean after.
very easy to follow. Thank you!
Great video – short, but thorough. I did mine today. I followed all your steps except I didn't remove that black plastic cover from under the van. All the fluid found it's way to the pan. Thanks.
Great video! Just popped the code an hour ago on the way home. I'm gonna buy OEM since I hear some people say the Dorman cracked while replacing. Do you really think the fluid transfer is necessary? How often do you bleed the system during the 5-10 minutes of engine running?
This was great. Not a mechanic at all. This made it straight forward and simple. Took me only an hour and that was with interrupting kids and searching for tools. Thanks for this video
Bleed the coolant with the bleeder valve on the right side of the radiator. No need to jack the car, no need to remove anything underneath.
Absolutely an amazing video. Very well done. My 2013 popped this code yesterday and I wondered if I could do this job. I have “some” mechanical skills, but they are related to older vehicles. I’m confident that I’ll be able to do this job. Again, thanks for the amazing vid.
You are a talented instructor and have an excellent demo!!
This is a GREAT VIDEO. Thanks a lot. I followed this video and was able to replace my Thermostat with no problem. Saved me some money by being able to do it myself. Great job.
I’ve watched several videos on doing this and this one is by far the best. Every step was covered .. thank you
awesome video, my check engine light just came on and this helped a lot appreciate you sharing this
Great video. Short and to the point, but you made sure all the important information was included.
My thermostat came fully dissasembled…any ideas?
Waaay too complicated approach. Other videos show you how to do that without removing the air filter.
I just bought a 2012 Chrysler T&C with 120k miles. Brought my code reader and it didn’t throw anything while I was checking it out.
Check engine light came on while I was driving it home (of course), and it was for a bad thermostat.
Had a shop quote me $150 to do this. Bought the part for $15 from local O’Riley’s, and had it installed within 20min thanks to your video! I just skipped taking off that plastic piece, though.
Thanks for the awesome video!!