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Temp sensor tells the computer or the fans what the coolant temp is.

Thermostat is a valve that keeps the coolant from flowing until the coolant warms up to 195 degrees. They can "stop opening" and cause the car to over heat quickly. Without a thermostat your can would take forever to warm up in the winter.

 

Ok, thank you, Gorn. Have a good weekend. it's just that to replace both are the exact price at a body shop here in san diego ca: 185 dollars which set up some minor red flags. Thanks again.

 

most of this is easy to replace thats why this is do it yourself forum ,a top hose is $30.00 tops ,easy to install like minutes,an a little anti freeze ,a guy that charges 110..00 for a top hose ,you dont want to go to,give one good shop enough work bring them a hose an most would pop it on for nothing