Four Seasons 85672 Engine Coolant Water Outlet Housing Kit

Engine Coolant Outlet Housing Kit

Four Seasons 85672 is an engine coolant water outlet housing kit built for thermostat service on select Ford and Mercury applications. It combines the outlet housing and thermostat housing function in a thermoplastic design with gasket/seals included for a direct replacement approach.

Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, this Four Seasons outlet / housing kit is made to meet or exceed OEM requirements and supports a clean coolant system repair. The 85672 part number is also a useful reference when cross-shopping equivalent thermostat housing assemblies.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet housing kit with thermostat included
• Gasket/seals included
• Thermoplastic construction
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• Inlet diameter: 1.191 in.
• Mounting flange width: 0.475 in.
• Overall height: 2.340 in.
• Style: outlet and thermostat housing kit

Product Details

Four Seasons Outlet / Housing Kit 85672 is designed for thermostat-related coolant service where the outlet housing and thermostat are serviced together. The thermoplastic housing is specified for durability in engine cooling environments, while the included gasket/seals support a proper seal at installation. This part cross-references Motorad TA2860 and Valeo 815672 for the same application.

Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, N/A. Fits 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A. Use this part when replacing a worn or leaking coolant outlet housing on these vehicles, including Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models equipped with the thermostat housing configuration listed above.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing area
• Cracked or warped outlet housing
• Failed thermostat service requiring housing replacement
• Coolant seepage at the gasket/seal surface
• Overheating concerns tied to a damaged coolant outlet assembly

Installation Notes

Verify engine coolant routing, inlet diameter, and housing style before installation. Drain coolant as needed, clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, and inspect adjacent hoses and clamps for wear before reassembly. Confirm the thermostat orientation and gasket/seal placement during installation to help prevent leaks.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this outlet and thermostat housing kit as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, making it a direct-fit replacement option for the specified Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.