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Dorman 54212 Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap

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Fitment: Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln, Mustang, Windstar, Thunderbird, Cougar, Continental, Mark VII, and Capri
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Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap Replacement

Dorman 54212 is a direct replacement engine coolant reservoir cap for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It is built as a black plastic snap-on cap with a vented flip-top design to restore proper reservoir closure on vehicles that use this style of cap.

  • Direct replacement for the original coolant reservoir cap
  • Black plastic construction
  • Snap-on attachment with flip-top design
  • Vented, non-pressurized cap
  • 43.5 mm diameter for the specified applications
  • Fits select Ford Mustang, Thunderbird, Windstar, and Mercury Cougar applications

Fitment Details

Compatible with select vehicles that use this reservoir cap style, including Fits 1994-2004 Ford Mustang, N/A; Fits 1986-1989 Ford Mustang, N/A; Fits 1995-1998 Ford Windstar, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Ford Thunderbird, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Mercury Cougar, N/A; Fits 1990-1995 Ford Cougar, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Ford Thunderbird, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Mercury Cougar, N/A; Fits 1986 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 1986 Lincoln Mark VII, N/A; and Fits 1986 Mercury Capri, N/A. This part cross-references Ford OE part number E6ZZ8K103A for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Cracked coolant reservoir cap
  • Lost or missing reservoir cap
  • Loose closure at the coolant reservoir opening
  • Damaged vented cap that no longer seals correctly
  • Replacement needs on vehicles with the specified reservoir cap design

Installation Notes

Match the cap style, diameter, and attachment type to the original part before installation. This cap uses a snap-on, flip-top design and is not pressurized. Verify reservoir compatibility on the vehicle, especially on Ford Mustang, Thunderbird, Windstar, and Mercury Cougar applications listed above.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this cap as a direct replacement part engineered to match the original application requirements. The design supports a proper fit on the specified reservoir style and provides a straightforward replacement for the original engine coolant reservoir cap.

BrandDorman
Part Number54212
Attachment TypeSnap On
ColorBlack
Diameter43.5
Length (In)2.5 in
MaterialPlastic
Package Contents1 Coolant Cap
Pressure Release LeverNo
PressurizedNo
TypeFlip Top
VentedYes
Width (in)2.5 in

This part fits 45 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2004FordMustang3.9LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
2004FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
2003FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
2002FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
2001FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
2000FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1999FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1998FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1998FordWindstarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1997FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1997FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1997FordWindstarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1997MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1996FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1996FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1996FordWindstarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1996MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1995FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1995FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1995FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1995FordWindstarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1995MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1994FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1994FordMustang3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1994FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1994MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1993FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1993FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1993MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AEngine Coolant Reservoir Cap, fits vehicles without Diagnostic Monitor in a Box packaging.
1992FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1992FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1992MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1991FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1991FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1991MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1990FordCougarN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1990FordThunderbird3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1990MercuryCougar3.8LV6N/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1989FordMustangN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1988FordMustangN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1987FordMustangN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1986FordMustangN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.
1986LincolnContinentalN/Awo/Dipstick; To 6/86; Packaging Type: Box
1986LincolnMark VIIN/Awo/Dipstick; To 6/86; Packaging Type: Box
1986MercuryCapriN/AFits washer fluid reservoir cap on automatic transmission vehicles.

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

E6ZZ8K103A

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.