Dorman 902-051 Engine Coolant Thermostat Adapter Lead

Engine Coolant Thermostat Adapter Lead for Mini Cooper

Dorman 902-051 is an engine coolant thermostat adapter lead for specified Mini Cooper applications. It adapts the thermostat to the vehicle wiring harness and uses varied lead lengths with quality electrical connectors for a clean, reliable electrical connection.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat adapter lead for thermostat-to-harness connection
• Varied lead lengths for application-specific routing
• Quality electrical connectors for secure mating
• Direct-fit service part for Mini Cooper thermostat wiring repair
• Part number 902-051 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This Dorman thermostat adapter lead is built for 2009-2012 Mini Cooper and 2013 Mini Cooper models, with the 2013 application noted through 6/12. It is used to connect the thermostat to the wiring harness where the original lead has failed, been damaged, or no longer provides a dependable electrical interface. Dorman 902-051 is a practical replacement when servicing Mini Cooper cooling system electrical connections and thermostat wiring.

This part cross-references Genuine 12518611289 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or worn thermostat wiring connections
• Intermittent electrical contact at the thermostat
• Damaged connector terminals in the cooling system harness
• Service issues caused by heat-affected or brittle leads
• Fitment-specific repair needs on Mini Cooper cooling system wiring

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style and harness routing before installation. Match the thermostat adapter lead to the existing wiring layout on the vehicle and inspect adjacent terminals for corrosion, heat damage, or looseness. Confirm application details for 2009-2012 Mini Cooper and 2013 Mini Cooper, since the 2013 fitment is listed to 6/12. Use the part number 902-051 to confirm the correct replacement before service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement electrical and cooling-system service parts for vehicle-specific repairs. This thermostat adapter lead is built with application-matched connectors and lead lengths to support a dependable installation on the listed Mini Cooper models.