Gates CO34944 Engine Coolant Thermostat / Water Outlet Assembly

Gates Coolant Outlet Assembly for Ford F-150

The Gates Coolant Outlet CO34944 is an engine coolant thermostat / water outlet assembly built for 2011-2019 Ford F-150 applications. It combines the thermostat housing, thermostat, and seal in a cast aluminum design that matches original fit and function for the 188-degree OE temperature setup.

Gates Coolant Outlet line coverage focuses on replacing common aftermarket weak points with a more durable, cost-effective cooling system solution. For Ford F-150 owners searching for a coolant outlet assembly with thermostat, CO34944 provides a direct-fit service part for the cooling circuit.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Coolant Outlet
• Part number: CO34944
• Part type: Engine coolant thermostat / water outlet assembly
• Cast aluminum construction
• Thermostat housing, thermostat, and seal included
• OE temperature rating: 188 degrees
• Two-bolt housing design
• Designed for Ford F-150 coolant outlet service

Detailed Description

CO34944 is a Gates coolant outlet assembly engineered for the 2011-2019 Ford F-150. It is built from cast aluminum and uses a two-bolt mounting pattern with outlet dimensions that align with the original cooling system layout. The assembly includes the thermostat housing, thermostat, and seal, making it a complete replacement for the coolant outlet service point on the engine.

This Gates CO34944 part is intended for buyers looking for a Ford F-150 coolant outlet assembly with thermostat that follows OE-style fit and performance. It cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-5153 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or outlet connection
• Cracked or warped plastic-style outlet components
• Thermostat-related temperature control issues
• Cooling system service on a Ford F-150 with OE 188-degree specification
• Replacement of a worn coolant outlet assembly on 2011-2019 Ford F-150 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine cooling system configuration before installation and confirm the outlet dimensions, bolt pattern, and thermostat specification match the original part. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before assembly and inspect adjacent hoses and clamps for wear while the system is open. This part fits 2011-2019 Ford F-150, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Gates positions its Coolant Outlet line as an OE-style replacement program focused on fit, performance, and long service life. CO34944 is built to address common material and design issues seen in other aftermarket coolant outlet options while maintaining application-specific compatibility for the Ford F-150.