Gates EHV130 HVAC Heater Control Valve

Electric Heater Control Valve Overview

The Gates EHV130 electric heater control valve regulates coolant flow through the heater core to help maintain cabin temperature. It is built for vehicles that use electric coolant valves as part of thermal management, including applications in electrified and internal combustion systems.

Compatible With select Ford applications, this valve is identified by OE performance comparison and uses a male electrical connector with 19 mm inlet and outlet ports. The Gates EHV130 is a direct-fit style replacement for the listed applications, including Ford F-150, Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, and Ford Special Service Police Sedan.

Key Features

• OE performance comparison rating for application-matched operation.
• Plastic and stainless steel construction for coolant system service.
• Two 19 mm inlets and one 19 mm outlet for the specified flow path.
• Male terminal and male electrical connector type.
• Electric coolant valve design for heater core temperature control.

Detailed Description

The Gates EHV130 is an HVAC heater control valve engineered for coolant flow management in systems that use electric actuation. By directing coolant through the heater core as needed, it supports passenger compartment temperature control and broader thermal management functions. This part number, EHV130, is listed for 2013-2014 Ford Edge, 2013-2017 Ford Taurus, 2014-2018 Ford Special Service Police Sedan, and 2018-2020 Ford F-150 applications.

Gates EHV130 is a practical replacement choice when the original electric heater control valve no longer regulates flow correctly. The part number EHV130 appears in interchange references for DG1Z 18495 A, JL3Z 18495 C, and YG758.

What It Helps Solve

• Inconsistent cabin heat output.
• Coolant flow control issues in the heater circuit.
• Faults related to electric heater valve operation.
• Temperature regulation problems in the passenger compartment.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify port size, connector type, and vehicle application before installation. Confirm the valve orientation and coolant routing match the original configuration on the Ford F-150, Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, or Ford Special Service Police Sedan application. After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Gates supplies OE-performance replacement components for thermal management and coolant control applications. The EHV130 is built to match the listed fitment and functional requirements for the specified vehicles.