Thermostat problems (P0597)
May 11th, 2017, 9:18 PM
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I have 2012 Chevy sonic Lt. I just had my car in the dealership shop. They charged me for the diagnose test and the repair. Today the check engine light came back on. At this time I can't afford to get repaired again. It's the thermostat supposedly. I have plans to go out of state for Thanksgiving. I won't think I would have to pay for this problem again. My car has 43,000 miles on it.. believe my 3 years or 36,000 miles warranty is up. Not sure on my bumper to bumper warranty. Please help me out here. I'm hoping to get the car fix before going out of town. What should I do?
May 12th, 2017, 3:45 AM
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Why pay the dealer anything . Replacing the air hose / duct & thermostat / housing is not rocket science .
Get the codes read at your local auto parts store or invest $ 50 for a cheap code reader ( or order a Bluetooth doggel from EBay that works with your Android phone ) .
It is called Do It Yourself .
Or pay the going rate .
If you are going to complain , complain to the Chevy corporate customer service rep .
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Wyr
Get the codes read at your local auto parts store or invest $ 50 for a cheap code reader ( or order a Bluetooth doggel from EBay that works with your Android phone ) .
It is called Do It Yourself .
Or pay the going rate .
If you are going to complain , complain to the Chevy corporate customer service rep .
God bless
Wyr
May 13th, 2017, 8:02 AM
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Why pay the dealer anything . Replacing the air hose / duct & thermostat / housing is not rocket science .
Get the codes read at your local auto parts store or invest $ 50 for a cheap code reader ( or order a Bluetooth doggel from EBay that works with your Android phone ) .
It is called Do It Yourself .
Or pay the going rate .
If you are going to complain , complain to the Chevy corporate customer service rep .
God bless
Wyr
Get the codes read at your local auto parts store or invest $ 50 for a cheap code reader ( or order a Bluetooth doggel from EBay that works with your Android phone ) .
It is called Do It Yourself .
Or pay the going rate .
If you are going to complain , complain to the Chevy corporate customer service rep .
God bless
Wyr
Sorry for the confusion.
Enjoy your day
Heather
May 20th, 2017, 9:20 PM
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Did they just replace the whole thermostat? I have a 2014 Sonic and very disappointed in it. I have 6 different codes sending the check engine light on. I found one problem being a vacuum leak but haven't discovered the other 5 which is sad when it's on it's 3rd year. I definitely don't have tons of money to dump into fixing a car that's on it's 3rd year.
May 21st, 2017, 8:17 AM
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If it is out of warranty , DIY .
Do not be discouraged . Sometimes 1 problem will trigger more than 1 code . Fix it and more than 1 code goes away when you reset the codes .
List the codes here & someone can probably help .
God bless
Wyr
Do not be discouraged . Sometimes 1 problem will trigger more than 1 code . Fix it and more than 1 code goes away when you reset the codes .
List the codes here & someone can probably help .
God bless
Wyr
June 7th, 2017, 3:16 PM
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I have an error code of P05297 and the dealer wants $115.00 just to check code. This is the second time having this code in under 2 years. Dealer says they will do nothing about the price of just checking it. I asked well since it has been under 2 years is it anything you will do about the price yet another no. James K.
June 20th, 2017, 3:49 PM
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In June of 2016, I had several issues w/ our 2013 Spark. 1 of those issues was P0597 thrown. Took it to a Chevrolet dealership. This is what was written on the service invoice
We did not have to pay for this.
Fast forward to a couple days ago, I began hearing a very high pitched whine (off and on). It would make the sound when turning the key to accessory without turning the engine over -- so possibly fuel pump? Anyway, besides that sound, a day later CEL came on. Scanned it today on the way to Chevrolet dealership -- P0597 again. Almost a year later! Waiting to hear back from the dealer for an official diagnosis and next steps.
found code p0597 engine heater control circuit and tested for power and ground at the sensor after commanding on with mdi. both were present the sensor tested bad. replaced thermostat housing topped off coolant cleared engine light and road tested vehicle
Fast forward to a couple days ago, I began hearing a very high pitched whine (off and on). It would make the sound when turning the key to accessory without turning the engine over -- so possibly fuel pump? Anyway, besides that sound, a day later CEL came on. Scanned it today on the way to Chevrolet dealership -- P0597 again. Almost a year later! Waiting to hear back from the dealer for an official diagnosis and next steps.
June 22nd, 2017, 12:20 AM
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Not trying to sound like a wise guy or any thing . But it sounds like Chevy replaced a defective GM part with another defective GM part ( made in Korea ) .
Were it me , I would replace it myself with an aftermarket part ( hopefully made in USA ) . And hope that really had it fixed .
Best of luck with it .
God bless
Wyr
Were it me , I would replace it myself with an aftermarket part ( hopefully made in USA ) . And hope that really had it fixed .
Best of luck with it .
God bless
Wyr