why do people drop off vehicles with everything turned on to the max 😂🤦‍♂️

Eric, you forgot to mention one other cause for the P0128 dtc, the ambient temperature sensor. I've had several over the years have a bad ambient temp sensor, popping that dtc. I don't usually see that dtc on the Trash & Crash, but have seen it on various other models, including the fiat's slap in the face to the original Dart. It's mentioned in the code cause description box in the service info. The tip about the heat from the hvac system is a good one, i agree with that. I use a spill free bleeder funnel to bleed the air out of the cooling system, as i have run across bleeder screws that won't open and breaks either the screw or breaks loose the brass insert that the screw goes into.

I miss the old stant thermostats that were made out of brass and copper

I was a mechanic but still learn from you so thank you for spending the time to video everything you do. We all learn from your experiences!

my 2000 Honda civic never goes above 185.°f.. it opens at 178°Fand stays around 180-183°f

First repair I ever did was replace a thermostat. Not going to mention how many years ago that was. Great first job for an inspiring mechanic. Eric, your bringing back old memories. Thanks for Sharing!

wondering why and I am sure you have been asked many times. but why do you not use the more tough nitrile gloves.

Hi Eric and the Lovely Mrs. O., PIG MATS right up there with sliced bread!! How many times I've heard from the fender lizards when you are trying to start a screw, bolt or nut, you're turning it the wrong way dumb ass, It's time for you to leave now!!

Ahhhh Chrysler and the P0128…oddly we had a customer of our shop that owns a Renegade that kept throwing that code. We actually found a TSB about it stating…get the PCM flashed before you even THINK of diagnosing it further or throwing a thermostat at it. Took him like 4 visits to our shop before we finally convinced him to take it to a dealership…when he finally did they did it for free as the damn thing was under warranty. All they did was install the latest software to the PCM, problem solved. Remember folks, always check service data before going down the diag rabbit hole.

That's an idea for a 3rd channel fella, SMER. South Main EVAP Repair!

I love the basics. It's refreshing to see basic mechanical repairs, in addition to more complicated diagnoses.

I got one of these vans. Got a 2012 for $18K back in 2013 . Had this exact same thing done to it plus a $800 TIPM. I completely understand that Toyota and Honda have a better product, but this van is still cheaper in the long run.

Might want to let then know about those ROCKERS going bad before it grenades!

I had a lean code for a leaky down pipe on my 2001 Corolla this also triggered an insufficient coolant temp code because the car never could go in a closed loop cycle.

Absolutely love your references to 10mm sockets. I can relate too well. For example, yesterday I was changing my headlights and grill after my most recent deer hit…guess what I had trouble locating. Yep, 10mm socket. Sigh. I feel your pain. Thinking of buying them in bulk. Thanks again for a great vid.

Let me know if you are in need of South Dakota license plates! Would be an honor to have them on Mrs O’s wall! Have made it through most all of your videos from the last 7yrs. Just started with Ivan’s channel this evening. Thank you for your efforts! You are an inspiration! Been in an out of the business for almost 30yrs. Electrical has been my handicap. Getting more confident with the education you have provided! Thanks again!!

Dear Eric, I recently used your pressure transducer trick for checking cylinder head gasket for leakage, I found that I had 3 cylinders leaking and a warped head, this saved me from pulling the head and leaving my bay stuck while waiting for a head, I’ve been an auto tech for 26 years and I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks, thanks for the great videos.

I’ve ran into that tho it’s a Nissan I’ve replaced the thermostat and sensor twice.