Dorman 902-5196 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing - Inner

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Hyundai and Kia

Dorman 902-5196 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 black plastic and engineered to handle repeated temperature swings in the cooling system. This part number is used across Hyundai Accent, Elantra, Veloster, and Kia Forte, Rio, and related applications.

Key Features

• Replacement engine coolant thermostat housing for the cooling system
• Black plastic construction for OE-style fit and function
• Designed to withstand extreme temperature changes for longer service life
• 2 mounting holes with 2.5 in. bolt hole center spacing
• Outlet port diameter: 1.98 in.; inlet port diameter: 1.3 in.
• Flange thickness: 0.43 in.; mounting hole diameter: 0.35 in.
• No gasket or seal, thermostat, bolts, O-rings, or bleeder valve included

Detailed Description

Dorman 902-5196 is an engine coolant thermostat housing for vehicles that use a plastic housing in the cooling circuit. The housing is shaped to match stock fitment and dimensions, including the outlet and inlet port sizes, flange thickness, and mounting-hole layout. It is a direct replacement choice for drivers servicing cooling system leaks or replacing a cracked thermostat housing on Hyundai Accent, Elantra, Elantra GT, Elantra Coupe, Veloster, Creta, and Kia Forte, Forte5, Forte Koup, and Rio applications. This part cross-references Four Seasons 85973 and Motorad CH5973 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Replacing a cracked or warped thermostat housing
• Repairing coolant seepage at the housing flange or ports
• Restoring proper coolant routing in the engine cooling system
• Addressing overheating concerns caused by housing damage or leakage
• Servicing a worn OE-style plastic housing on Hyundai and Kia models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the housing shape, port diameters, and mounting-hole spacing before installation. Transfer or install the thermostat and sealing components required for your application, since this housing does not include a gasket, seal, thermostat, bolts, or O-rings. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect adjacent coolant hoses and clamps before reassembly. Fits 2017-2020 Hyundai Creta, N/A; Fits 2014-2018 Kia Forte, N/A; Fits 2014-2018 Kia Forte5, N/A; Fits 2012-2017 Hyundai Accent, N/A; Fits 2013-2017 Hyundai Elantra GT, N/A; Fits 2012-2017 Hyundai Veloster, N/A; Fits 2014-2017 Kia Forte Koup, N/A; Fits 2012-2017 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; Fits 2012-2014 Dodge Attitude, N/A; Fits 2013-2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe, N/A; Fits 2011 Dodge Attitude, N/A; Fits 2011 Hyundai Accent, N/A; Fits 2011 Hyundai Elantra, Inner.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs replacement parts to match OE-style fit and durability requirements for the listed applications. This housing is built for the thermal demands of the cooling system and is intended for direct replacement use on the confirmed vehicle fitments above.