Calorstat TH7470.88 Engine Coolant Thermostat

Engine Coolant Thermostat for Ford and Dodge Applications

Calorstat TH7470.88 is a standard engine coolant thermostat built for vehicles that require an 88 C / 190 F opening temperature. It supports stable coolant flow control for a wide range of Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mazda, and select Dodge applications, including Ford Taurus, Ranger, Explorer, Mustang, and F-150 fitments.

Key Features

• Standard engine coolant thermostat for temperature regulation in the cooling system
• Start to open temperature: 190.0 F / 88 C
• Sealing flange outside diameter: 2.12 in.
• Height between flanges: 0.92 in.
• Direct-fit coverage across 298 listed vehicle applications
• Part number: TH7470.88

Detailed Description

Calorstat TH7470.88 is specified as a standard thermostat with an 88 C opening point, making it a direct replacement choice for cooling systems that call for this temperature rating. The flange dimensions help identify the correct housing interface during service, while the broad application list includes Ford Taurus, Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Mustang, Ford F-150, Mercury Sable, and related trucks and passenger vehicles. This part number, TH7470.88, also cross-references 244192 and 5244192 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Engine running too cool because the thermostat opens at the wrong temperature
• Temperature fluctuation caused by a worn or sticking thermostat
• Delayed warm-up after cold starts
• Cooling system service on Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mazda, and Dodge vehicles
• Replacement of a thermostat with incorrect flange dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the required opening temperature is 88 C / 190 F before installation.
• Confirm flange diameter and height match the original thermostat and housing.
• Inspect the thermostat housing, gasket surface, and coolant condition during service.
• Bleed air from the cooling system after installation to help restore normal circulation.
• Use the vehicle service procedure for the exact Ford Taurus, Ranger, Explorer, Mustang, or F-150 application.

Quality Assurance

Calorstat TH7470.88 is a standard cooling-system thermostat built to match the listed temperature and dimensional specifications for the stated applications. Part number TH7470.88 is cataloged for direct replacement use across the confirmed fitment range.