Four Seasons 84973 Engine Coolant Water Outlet

Engine Coolant Water Outlet for Ford Applications

Four Seasons Water Outlet 84973 is an engine coolant water outlet built for select Ford cooling system applications. It is made from aluminum and cast iron, includes a gasket or seal, and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for a direct-fit replacement.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet, style without thermostat
• Aluminum and cast iron construction
• Gasket or seal included
• Thermostat not included
• Inlet diameter: 0.931 in.
• Maximum height: 2.836 in.
• Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 2.56 in. and 2.625 in.
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Product Details

This Four Seasons Water Outlet line part is designed for cooling system service where a thermostat housing-style outlet is needed without the thermostat assembly. Part number 84973 is built to match OEM-level fit and function, with a gasket or seal included for sealing at the mounting surface. It is a practical replacement for Ford Ranger, Ford Aerostar, and classic Ford truck and van cooling system applications, including Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, and Econoline models listed in the fitment data. This part cross-references Focus Auto Parts 84973 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Help Address

• Coolant leakage at the outlet or housing interface
• Cracked, corroded, or warped coolant outlet surfaces
• Improper sealing from a worn gasket or seal
• Cooling system service needs on Ford Ranger and Ford Aerostar applications
• Replacement of a damaged outlet on Ford F-Series, Bronco, or Econoline models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inlet diameter, bolt-hole spacing, and mounting height against the original part before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect adjacent hoses and clamps, and confirm the thermostat is reused or replaced separately if required by the vehicle service procedure. This outlet is supplied without a thermostat.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this water outlet as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, supporting a direct replacement approach for cooling system repair. Part number 84973 is engineered for the specified Ford applications and the included gasket or seal helps support proper installation and sealing.