Four Seasons 85181 Engine Coolant Water Outlet

Engine Coolant Water Outlet for Dodge and Jeep

Four Seasons Water Outlet 85181 is an engine coolant water outlet built for select Dodge and Jeep applications from 1992-2003. It is an OE-style replacement for cooling system service on models such as the Dodge Dakota, Ram 1500, and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet for thermostat and housing service
• Aluminum / steel construction for cooling system durability
• Gasket or seal included
• Outlet style without thermostat
• Inlet diameter: 1.477 in.
• Maximum height: 3.980 in.
• Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 2.74 in. and 2.875 in.
• Mounting flange width: 0.360 in.
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements

Product Details

The Four Seasons Water Outlet line focuses on engine coolant components that restore proper coolant routing at the thermostat housing area. Part number 85181 is a direct-fit style outlet made from aluminum and steel, with the gasket or seal included for service convenience. This water outlet is specified without a thermostat, making it a practical replacement when the outlet housing is the failed component and the thermostat is being serviced separately. Four Seasons 85181 is used across a broad range of Dodge and Jeep trucks and SUVs, including Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ram 1500, and Jeep Grand Cherokee applications.

This part cross-references Gates CO34742 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant leaks at the water outlet or housing flange
• Cracked, corroded, or warped outlet surfaces
• Improper coolant flow caused by a damaged outlet assembly
• Service issues during thermostat housing replacement
• Cooling system maintenance on high-mileage Dodge and Jeep vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the inlet diameter, bolt spacing, and mounting flange dimensions before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the thermostat separately if it is being reused, and replace any worn hoses or clamps during service. This outlet is listed for N/A position applications and is commonly used on cooling system repairs for 1992-2003 Dodge Dakota, 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 1500, and 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee models.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this water outlet as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, supporting OE-style fit and function for cooling system repair.