Dorman 902-1038 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford Cooling Systems

Dorman 902-1038 is a replacement engine coolant thermostat housing built to match the fit and durability of the original housing on specified Ford applications. It is made from metal and engineered to handle repeated temperature swings in the cooling system.

Compatible with Ford F-150, Ford E-Series vans, and Ford Windstar applications listed below, this thermostat housing includes the gasket and O-rings needed for a proper seal. The natural-finish housing uses a 45-degree neck angle and a 1.625-inch outlet port diameter for a direct replacement-style fit.

Key Features

• Metal thermostat housing for cooling system service
• Includes gasket and O-rings
• 2 mounting holes with 0.313-inch mounting hole diameter
• 1.625-inch outlet port diameter
• 45-degree housing neck angle
• No thermostat included
• No bleeder valve
• Natural finish

Detailed Description

This Dorman thermostat housing, part number 902-1038, is built for Ford cooling system repairs where the original housing has cracked, warped, or begun leaking. The metal construction is selected for durability under extreme temperature changes, helping maintain a secure coolant seal at the thermostat housing connection. It cross-references Dayco 85005 and Motorad CH2038 for the same application.

Fits 1997-2010 Ford F-150, N/A; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, N/A; 2002-2003 Ford E-150, N/A; 2003 Ford E-150 Club Wagon, N/A; 2003 Ford E-250, N/A; 2003 Ford Econoline, N/A; 1999-2001 Ford Econoline, N/A; 1997-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A; 1997-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A; 1997-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A; and 1997 Ford Windstar, N/A.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing
• Cracked or warped factory housing
• Improper sealing at the coolant outlet
• Cooling system service issues caused by aged housing material
• Fitment problems from worn original housing dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the outlet port diameter, 45-degree neck angle, and 2-bolt mounting pattern before installation. Transfer no thermostat from this part, since the thermostat is not included. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and replace any damaged coolant hoses or seals during service to help prevent repeat leaks.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement thermostat housing to match the original fit and service requirements of the listed Ford applications. The metal housing and included sealing components are selected to support reliable cooling system repair on Ford F-150, Ford E-Series, and Ford Windstar vehicles.