Calorstat TH6520.82J Engine Coolant Thermostat

Engine Coolant Thermostat for Hyundai and Kia

Calorstat TH6520.82J is an engine coolant thermostat for select Hyundai and Kia applications that call for an 82 C / 180 F opening temperature. It helps regulate coolant flow so the engine reaches and maintains operating temperature in normal driving conditions.

• Standard engine coolant thermostat
• Start to open temperature: 180 F / 82 C
• Gasket included for sealing at installation
• Jiggle pin weep hole for air bleeding
• Rubber seal material and rubber valve construction
• By-pass valve diameter: 30.0 mm
• Valve-seat diameter: 60.0 mm
• Sealing flange outside diameter: 2.36 in
• Height between flanges: 1.61 in

Fitment Coverage

Compatible with select Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Genesis, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Veracruz, Hyundai Azera, Hyundai Entourage, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Sedona, Kia Sorento, Kia Borrego, and Kia Amanti applications from 2006-2016. Fits 2010-2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, N/A; Fits 2009-2014 Hyundai Genesis, N/A; Fits 2014 Kia Sedona, N/A; Fits 2006-2012 Kia Sedona, N/A; Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sorento, N/A; Fits 2007-2009 Kia Sorento, N/A; Fits 2010-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, N/A; Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Veracruz, N/A; Fits 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera, N/A; Fits 2009-2011 Kia Borrego, N/A; Fits 2007-2010 Hyundai Entourage, N/A; Fits 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; Fits 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, N/A; Fits 2007-2009 Kia Amanti, N/A.

What This Thermostat Helps Address

• Engine running too cool or taking too long to warm up
• Temperature fluctuations during stop-and-go driving
• Coolant flow control issues tied to a sticking thermostat
• Overheating concerns caused by restricted thermostat operation
• Service replacement for aging Hyundai Sonata or Kia Sorento cooling systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 82 C / 180 F opening temperature and compare the flange dimensions, bypass valve diameter, and valve-seat diameter before installation. Replace the thermostat with the included gasket, and use the jiggle pin weep hole to help purge trapped air during refill. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 635-180 and Gates 24555 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Calorstat TH6520.82J is built as a standard replacement thermostat with a gasket seal and rubber valve construction for cooling-system service on the listed Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The part number TH6520.82J is also referenced in OE-style interchange listings for application matching.