Fel-Pro 35979 Engine Coolant Outlet Seal

Fel-Pro Engine Coolant Outlet Seal for GM Applications

Fel-Pro 35979 is a premium engine coolant outlet seal built for precise sealing at the coolant outlet connection. It uses application-specific materials to support a reliable seal on select Buick, Chevrolet, and Cadillac vehicles, including Cruze, Sonic, Volt, Encore, Trax, and ELR applications.

Key Features

• Premium-grade engine coolant outlet seal
• Application-specific sealing material for the listed vehicle applications
• Engine cooling system sealing component for coolant outlet service
• Mounting hole quantity: 0
• Direct replacement part number: 35979

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 35979 is an engine coolant outlet seal engineered for sealing the coolant outlet interface on compatible GM vehicles. Fel-Pro focuses on vehicle-specific sealing solutions, and this premium seal is made to match the demands of the application rather than using a one-size-fits-all design. It is a strong match for owners and technicians servicing a Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Volt, Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, or Cadillac ELR where a dependable coolant outlet seal is required. This part cross-references GM 55562045 and MAHLE C32638 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant seepage at the outlet seal area
• Loss of sealing integrity during coolant service
• Leaks caused by worn or flattened sealing material
• Cooling system service on GM small-car and compact crossover platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the coolant outlet for corrosion, pitting, or damage that could affect sealing. Verify the part number 35979 against the vehicle’s engine and cooling system configuration before installation. Compatible With 2013-2021 Buick Encore, 2013-2021 Chevrolet Trax, 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic, 2014-2016 Cadillac ELR, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, and 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro sealing products are known for vehicle-specific fitment and materials selected for professional repair use. The brand’s sealing systems are built around application-focused engineering to support consistent sealing performance in the listed GM applications.