Four Seasons 85681 Engine Coolant Outlet Flange - Front

Engine Coolant Outlet Flange for Volkswagen Passat

Four Seasons Coolant Flange 85681 is an engine coolant outlet flange built for Volkswagen Passat applications from 1998-2005. This plastic coolant flange includes a gasket or seal and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Engine coolant outlet flange for cooling system repair
• Plastic construction
• Gasket or seal included
• 4 mounting holes and 4 total ports
• 3.000 outlet configuration
• Style: w/o thermostat
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Product Details

Four Seasons 85681 is part of the Coolant Flange line and is engineered for engine coolant components service where the original flange has cracked, warped, or begun leaking. The flange uses a non-symmetrical base design and is configured without a thermostat lip, with a 1.250 in thermostat opening diameter and 1.500 in hose diameter. This part cross-references Genuine 058121132C and Motorad CH2869 for the same application. Compatible with Volkswagen Passat models, it supports cooling system sealing and coolant routing on 1998-2001 Passat front applications and 2002-2005 Passat applications.

Common Repair Applications

• Coolant leaks at the flange or outlet connection
• Cracked plastic coolant housing from age or heat cycling
• Failed sealing surface at the gasket interface
• Cooling system service on Volkswagen Passat front or N/A-position flange locations
• Restoring proper coolant flow through the outlet ports

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify hose diameter, bolt-hole spacing, and outlet layout before installation. The gasket or seal is included, while mounting hardware is not included. Inspect mating surfaces, replace damaged hoses or clamps as needed, and torque fasteners evenly to avoid stressing the plastic housing. Confirm the vehicle uses the correct Passat coolant flange position before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 85681 is manufactured to meet or exceed OEM requirements for the listed Volkswagen Passat fitments. The Four Seasons Coolant Flange line is built for direct-fit cooling system replacement service.