Four Seasons 85673 Engine Coolant Water Outlet Housing Kit

Engine Coolant Outlet Housing Kit for Ford and Mazda

Four Seasons 85673 is an engine coolant water outlet housing kit built for vehicles that use a thermostat-integrated outlet assembly. It includes the thermostat and gasket/seals, and the thermoplastic housing meets or exceeds OEM requirements for a direct replacement on select Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Explorer Sport, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda B4000 applications.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet housing kit with thermostat included
• Gasket and seals included for the housing assembly
• Thermoplastic construction for coolant system service
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• Inlet diameter: 1.196 in.
• Mounting flange width: 0.468 in.
• Overall height: 2.343 in.
• Style: outlet and thermostat housing kit

Product Details

Four Seasons 85673 is part of the Outlet / Housing Kit product line, a category focused on engine coolant components that combine the outlet housing and thermostat in one service assembly. This configuration is used on select 2001-2011 Ford Ranger, 2001-2008 Mazda B4000, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, and 2001 Mercury Mountaineer applications. For buyers searching for a Ford Ranger thermostat housing kit or a Ford Explorer Sport Trac coolant outlet housing replacement, this part number provides a direct-fit service option with the thermostat already included.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 902061) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or outlet connection
• Cracked or warped thermoplastic housing
• Failed thermostat causing temperature control issues
• Damaged gasket or seal surfaces at the coolant outlet
• Service replacement for a worn engine coolant water outlet assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inlet diameter, mounting flange width, and overall housing shape against the original part before installation. Confirm the vehicle build date and sensor style notes for the specific application, especially on 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2001 Ford Explorer Sport models. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the coolant system for residue or damage before installing the new housing assembly.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 85673 is manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications for the listed applications. The thermoplastic housing, included thermostat, and included gasket/seals support a service-level replacement for select Ford and Mazda coolant outlet assemblies.