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How long will it take to fix a car thermostat?

The thermostat in my car is broken and I have to take it to a mechanic to have it repaired. I know mechanics charge per hour for labor. How long does it take to fix a car thermostat?

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Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You are right, mechanics do charge labor cost fees per hour. It will take a mechanic between 1 to 2 hours to complete a thermostat replacement service.
Depending on the shop you go to, labor can cost between $65 and $100 per hour, so call ahead to
get a repair estimate
. Most thermostats cost $20 to $80 so you can save money and only pay the cost of parts by changing the thermostat yourself.
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