Dorman 902-2062 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for OE Fit

Dorman 902-2062 is a replacement engine coolant thermostat housing built to match the fit and durability of the original housing on specified vehicles. It is made from metal with a natural finish and includes a gasket for a direct cooling system service replacement.

Compatible with 1980 Chevrolet Camaro, 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1982-1983 Chevrolet Camaro, and 1982-1983 Pontiac Firebird, this thermostat housing is shaped for the listed applications and designed to handle repeated temperature swings in the cooling system. The 1.5-inch outlet port and 180-degree housing neck angle support proper coolant routing on the covered vehicles.

Key Features

• Metal thermostat housing with natural finish
• Includes gasket for sealing at installation
• 1.5-inch outlet port diameter
• Two mounting holes with 0.313-inch diameter
• No thermostat included
• No bleeder valve and no O-rings required
• Direct replacement for specified Chevrolet and Pontiac applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman thermostat housing, part number 902-2062, is engineered for cooling system service on classic Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Pontiac Firebird applications listed in the fitment data. The metal construction supports durability in high-heat engine environments, while the included gasket helps create a proper seal between the housing and engine coolant passage. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 6185 and Focus Auto Parts 84905 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Cracked or corroded thermostat housing
• Coolant seepage at the housing-to-engine seal
• Warped housing surfaces that affect sealing
• Improper coolant routing caused by a damaged outlet neck
• Service replacement for a worn OE-style housing on Camaro, Firebird, or Monte Carlo models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the outlet port diameter, mounting hole spacing, and housing neck angle before installation. Clean the mating surface thoroughly, inspect the thermostat and adjacent cooling components, and replace any damaged fasteners or hoses as needed. This housing does not include a thermostat, so reuse or replace the thermostat separately based on system condition.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement thermostat housing to match the fit and durability of the stock part on the listed vehicles and to withstand extreme temperature changes for extended service life. Part number 902-2062 is built for direct replacement use in the specified cooling system applications.