Gates 33568 Engine Coolant Thermostat

OE Type Thermostat for Honda and Acura Applications

The Gates 33568 OE Type Thermostat is built for precise engine temperature control and a leak-free seal in a direct-fit replacement format. It is a strong match for Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Acura Integra, and other listed applications that call for an 180-degree thermostat.

Gates OE Type Thermostat line focuses on OEM-equivalent fit and consistent cooling-system performance. Part number 33568 uses steel, brass, and copper construction, an O-ring seal, and an offset bottom by-pass design to match the original thermostat layout on many Honda and Acura engines.

Key Features

• OE Type Thermostat for factory-style temperature regulation
• Start-to-open temperature: 180°F / 82°C
• Offset bottom by-pass design for listed Honda and Acura applications
• Steel, brass, and copper construction
• O-ring seal for leak-resistant installation
• Jiggle pin weep hole included for air bleeding during service
• OE Performance comparison rating

Detailed Description

Gates 33568 is an engine coolant thermostat engineered for vehicles that require stable coolant flow at the specified opening temperature. It is listed for a wide range of Honda and Acura models, including 2003-2012 Honda Civic, 1994-1999 Honda Accord, 1986-2001 Acura Integra, and 1997-1999 Honda CR-V. It also appears in fitment for 2016-2022 Honda HR-V and other Honda, Acura, Isuzu, and Toyota applications shown in the catalog data.

This thermostat is built to support proper warm-up and temperature regulation in engines that rely on an OE-style offset bottom by-pass layout. The Gates 33568 part number is also referenced across several aftermarket catalogs for the same application, including Beck/Arnley 143-0698 and Standard Ignition 29878.

What It Helps Address

• Engine running too cool or taking too long to reach operating temperature
• Temperature fluctuation caused by a worn thermostat
• Coolant seepage at the thermostat seal surface
• Improper coolant routing in OE-style by-pass thermostat housings
• Service issues on Honda Civic, Honda Accord, and Acura Integra cooling systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thermostat housing style, opening temperature, and by-pass configuration before installation. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and replace the O-ring seal during service if required by the application. The jiggle pin weep hole should be oriented according to the vehicle service procedure to help purge trapped air from the cooling system.

For fitment, this part is listed for applications such as Fits 2003-2012 Honda Civic, N/A; Fits 1994-1999 Honda Accord, N/A; Fits 1986-2001 Acura Integra, N/A; and Fits 1997-1999 Honda CR-V, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Gates OE Type Thermostats are engineered to provide precise temperature control and OEM-equivalent fit for the listed applications. The 33568 thermostat is built to meet OE-style expectations for cooling-system service on Honda and Acura vehicles.