Global Parts 8241498 Engine Coolant Water Outlet

Engine Coolant Water Outlet for Ford and Mercury

Global Parts 8241498 is an engine coolant water outlet used in the cooling system to route coolant between the radiator and engine block. It also serves as a thermostat housing connection where applicable, helping maintain proper coolant flow on 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer applications.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet for cooling system coolant transfer
• Thermostat housing and water outlet connection point
• Direct-fit replacement for select Ford and Mercury V6/V8 cooling system applications
• Cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-896 and Gates CO34737 for the same application
• Global Parts part number 8241498

Detailed Description

This Global Parts coolant outlet is built for vehicles that use a combined thermostat housing and water outlet design. It provides the connection point that directs coolant through the engine cooling circuit, supporting stable operating temperature in Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer models from 2002 through 2005. If you are replacing a leaking or damaged coolant outlet, part number 8241498 offers a direct replacement path for the original cooling system layout.

Compatible With 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, N/A. Compatible With 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A. Compatible With 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or outlet connection
• Cracked or warped coolant outlet housing
• Improper coolant routing through the engine cooling system
• Overheating caused by a compromised outlet or housing seal surface
• Corrosion or deterioration at the coolant transfer point

Installation Notes and Tips

Before installation, drain the cooling system as needed and inspect the mating surfaces, thermostat, and hoses for wear or contamination. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly and verify the replacement matches the original outlet style for your vehicle. After installation, refill the cooling system with the correct coolant and bleed air from the system according to factory service procedures.

Quality Assurance

Global Parts supplies replacement cooling system components for OE-style applications. Part number 8241498 is referenced against established aftermarket and OE-style interchange numbers for the listed Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.