Dorman 902-1045 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford and Mercury

Dorman 902-1045 is a replacement engine coolant thermostat housing built for specified Ford Escort, Mercury Tracer, and Mercury Lynx applications. It is made from metal and includes a gasket, giving you a direct-fit cooling system service part for vehicles that need a durable thermostat housing replacement.

• Metal construction for strength and heat resistance
• Natural finish
• 90-degree housing neck angle
• 1.313 in. outlet port diameter
• 3 mounting holes with 0.313 in. diameter
• Gasket included; thermostat not included
• No bleeder valve and no O-rings required

Fitment Details

• Fits 1985-1996 Ford Escort, N/A. Engine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
• Fits 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, N/A. Engine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
• Fits 1985-1987 Mercury Lynx, N/A. Engine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.

What This Part Helps Address

• Cracked or warped thermostat housing
• Coolant leaks at the housing-to-engine sealing surface
• Cooling system service needs on Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer models
• Improper thermostat housing fit from worn original components
• Heat-related housing deterioration from repeated temperature cycling

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the outlet port diameter, 90-degree neck angle, and 3-bolt mounting pattern before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and replace the thermostat if service inspection shows wear or contamination, since this housing is supplied without a thermostat. Use the included gasket during assembly and torque fasteners evenly to help maintain a proper seal.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this thermostat housing to match the fit and durability of the original part on listed vehicles. It is engineered to withstand extreme temperature changes for extended service life in the cooling system.

This part cross-references Motorad CH2045 and ACI 84881 for the same application.