Four Seasons
Temperature Switch

Four Seasons 36478 Engine Cooling Fan Switch - Lower

Brand Four Seasons 36478
Position Lower
Connector Color Brown
Connector Gender Female
Connector Shape Round
Description Switch-Temp /Radiator Mount
Fitting Gender Male
Fitting Thread M22x1.500
Fitting Thread Size M22 x 1.50
Function temperature switch
Meets / Exceeds OEM? YES
Mnt Sys Loc Radiator Mount
Style Temperature
Temperature Off 212 / 239
Temperature On 220 / 248
Terminal Pin Qty. 3
Terminal Quantity 3
Type Temperature
Product line Temperature Switch
Fits Cadillac · 5 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable cooling control.

Temperature switch. Responds at 212/239 off and 220/248 on for precise operation.

Round 3-terminal design. Brown female connector with M22 x 1.50 threads for a secure connection.

Cross-references Four Seasons 36478, 11136478 and 90376209 for the same application. See all 5.

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Four Seasons 36478 Temperature Switch

The Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36478 is a radiator-mounted engine cooling fan switch built for temperature-based fan control. It uses a 3-terminal, female round connector with an M22 x 1.50 male thread for direct radiator mounting.

Compatible with 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera lower radiator-mounted applications, this switch helps manage cooling fan operation based on coolant temperature thresholds. Four Seasons 36478 meets or exceeds OEM requirements and is part of the Four Seasons Temperature Switch line.

Key Features

  • Radiator mount temperature switch for engine cooling fan control
  • 3-terminal configuration with brown round female connector
  • M22 x 1.50 fitting thread for radiator-mounted installation
  • Temperature on: 220 / 248
  • Temperature off: 212 / 239
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Product Details

Four Seasons 36478 is a temperature switch used in radiator-mounted cooling fan circuits to trigger fan operation at the specified temperature range and shut it back off as temperatures drop. The lower radiator-mounted design and 3-pin electrical layout make it a direct replacement for the listed application. This part cross-references A06815 and SW1423 for the same application.

Fits 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera, lower. Four Seasons 36478 is the correct search term for buyers looking for a radiator-mounted engine cooling fan switch for Cadillac Catera cooling system service.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

  • Cooling fan not switching on at the proper temperature
  • Cooling fan staying on longer than expected after warm-up
  • Intermittent radiator fan operation caused by a failed temperature switch
  • Temperature control faults in radiator-mounted fan circuits
  • Replacement needs for a worn or inaccurate fan switch

Installation Notes

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and M22 x 1.50 thread before installation. Confirm the radiator-mounted location and lower position match the original part on the vehicle. Always compare the temperature on and off specifications to the removed switch before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 36478 is engineered as an OEM-style replacement and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for the listed application. Four Seasons Temperature Switch parts are built for direct-fit cooling system service where accurate fan control is required.

This part fits 5 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2001CadillacCateraLowerRadiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch
2000CadillacCateraLowerRadiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch
1999CadillacCateraLowerRadiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch
1998CadillacCateraLowerRadiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch
1997CadillacCateraLowerRadiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Four Seasons — 364781113647890376209A06815SW1423