How To Replace Thermostat on a Honda CR-V (1997-2001)

In this video, I show you how to replace the thermostat on my first-gen Honda CR-V (1997-2001) - B20 engine. Honda OEM Thermostat 19301-PAA-306 (Amazon) https://geni.us/1lR51 No-Spill Coolant Funnel Kit (Amazon) https://geni.us/1L9t275 A faulty thermostat can cause overheating, poor engine temperature control, or slow warm-up. Replacing it is a simple maintenance job that can help keep your engine running at the correct temperature. If your engine overheated and the head gasket is blown, check out my step-by-step videos on how to replace it: Part 1: Head Gasket Replacement - Disassembly    • Can a Beginner Replace a Head Gasket? (199...   Part 2: Head Gasket Replacement - Reassembly    • Beginner vs Head Gasket: Can I Save My Hon...   ➤ What you'll see in this video: 00:00 Intro 00:05 Why Replace the Thermostat 00:08 Symptom 1: Engine Overheating 00:18 Symptom 2: Engine Not Warming Up 00:30 Thermostat Location 00:56 Remove the Air Box 01:56 Drain the Coolant 02:53 Remove the Thermostat Housing 03:25 Replace the Thermostat 04:08 Reinstall Everything 06:37 Bleed the Cooling System 08:13 Test Drive & Final Check If this video helped you, consider liking and subscribing for more Honda CR-V maintenance and repair guides. ➤ Disclaimer I’m not a professional mechanic. I’m a beginner learning as I go. This video is for entertainment and personal documentation only, not a tutorial. Don’t take this as professional advice. Work on your own vehicle at your own risk. #honda #crv #thermostat