Dorman 902-213 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing
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Dorman 902-213 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Brand Dorman 902-213
Air Vent (Bleeder Valve) No
Bolts Included No
Color Silver
Gasket Or Seal Included No
Housing Neck Angle (┬░) 45 Degrees From Base
Material Aluminum
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.625
Mounting Hole Quantity 2
O Rings Included Yes
Outlet Port Diameter 1.5
Package Contents Water Outlet; O-ring
Thermostat Included No
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 23 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Engineered to match stock fit and durability.

Aluminum construction. Built to handle extreme temperature changes.

O-ring included. Ready for a tighter seal at installation.

Cross-references Dayco 85003, Motorad 5003KT and PRT 815003 for the same application. See all 6.

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Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford Cooling Systems

Dorman 902-213 is a replacement engine coolant thermostat housing built for specified Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is engineered to match the stock housing’s fit and durability while using aluminum construction to handle repeated temperature swings in the cooling system.

  • Aluminum thermostat housing with a silver finish
  • Outlet port diameter: 1.5 in.
  • Housing neck angle: 45 degrees from base
  • Two mounting holes with 0.625 in. mounting hole diameter
  • O-ring included; thermostat, gasket/seal, and bolts are not included
  • No air vent (bleeder valve)

Detailed Product Overview

This engine coolant thermostat housing is designed for cooling-system service on 1993-2000 Ford Grand Marquis, 1996-2000 Ford Crown Victoria, 1996-2000 Lincoln Town Car, and 1996-2000 Mercury Grand Marquis applications. Dorman 902-213 follows the original housing layout with a 45-degree neck angle and a 1.5-inch outlet port to support proper coolant routing in the thermostat assembly area. This part cross-references Dayco 85003 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

  • Cracked or warped thermostat housing
  • Coolant seepage at the housing-to-engine connection
  • Corrosion-related housing damage
  • Improper sealing at the coolant outlet
  • Service replacement during thermostat housing repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, and model before installation. Transfer or install the thermostat separately, since it is not included. Use the included O-ring during assembly, and confirm the mounting hole spacing, outlet diameter, and neck angle match the original part before tightening fasteners. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly to help achieve a proper seal on Ford Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car cooling system repairs.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement housing to match stock fit and durability and to withstand extreme temperature changes for extended service life. The aluminum construction supports dependable use in demanding cooling-system conditions.

Related reading

This part fits 23 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2000FordCrown Victoria4.6LV8GASN/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
2000FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
2000LincolnTown Car4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
2000MercuryGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1999FordCrown Victoria4.6LV8GASN/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1999FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1999LincolnTown Car4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1999MercuryGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1998FordCrown Victoria4.6LV8GASN/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1998FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1998LincolnTown Car4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1998MercuryGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1997FordCrown Victoria4.6LV8GASN/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1997FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1997LincolnTown Car4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1997MercuryGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1996FordCrown Victoria4.6LV8GASN/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1996FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1996LincolnTown Car4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1996MercuryGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1995FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1994FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
1993FordGrand Marquis4.6LV8—N/AEngine coolant thermostat housing for cooling system.
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Dayco — 85003Motorad — 5003KTPRT — 8150037291F1VY8255ATF291