Motorad 1012-180 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Integrated Thermostat Housing for GM Cooling Systems

Motorad 1012-180 is an integrated engine coolant thermostat housing assembly built for OE-style cooling system service. It combines the thermostat, housing, and gasket in one service part for 2012-2013 Chevrolet Impala and 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala Limited applications with a 180°F opening temperature.

The Motorad Integrated Housing Thermostat line focuses on direct-fit cooling system replacement parts made to OEM specifications and processes. This Motorad 1012-180 uses a copper case and wax compound for quick reaction to coolant temperature changes, helping maintain stable engine operating temperature in demanding daily driving conditions.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing assembly with integrated thermostat and housing
• 180°F start-to-open temperature
• Fits 2012-2013 Chevrolet Impala and 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala Limited
• Includes thermostat, housing, and gasket
• 3 bolt holes with included bolts and mounting hardware
• Metal gasket/seal material
• Silver aluminum, stainless steel, and copper construction
• 4 outlet ports with outlet diameters of 0.75 in, 0.63 in, 0.76 in, and 0.13 in
• No bleeder hole and no jiggle pin

Detailed Description

Motorad 1012-180 is an integrated housing thermostat assembly for Chevrolet Impala and Chevrolet Impala Limited cooling system service. It is engineered as an OE supplier part using OEM-quality materials and manufacturing processes, with a copper case and wax compound that respond quickly to coolant temperature changes. The 180°F calibration matches the specified operating temperature for the listed applications, supporting proper engine warm-up and temperature control.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-2111 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn thermostat housing on a 2012-2013 Chevrolet Impala or a 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala Limited, Motorad 1012-180 provides a direct replacement format with the thermostat, housing, and gasket integrated into one assembly.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Coolant temperature fluctuations caused by a worn thermostat
• Leaks at the thermostat housing or gasket interface
• Delayed engine warm-up from a thermostat that no longer opens at the correct temperature
• Cooling system service needs on a Chevrolet Impala or Impala Limited with an OE-style integrated housing
• Corrosion or material fatigue in the original housing assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application and 180°F temperature specification before installation. This assembly uses 3 bolt holes and includes bolts and mounting hardware, along with a metal gasket/seal. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the coolant passages and hoses for wear, and confirm the outlet port sizes match the original configuration before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat housing assembly to OEM specifications and processes with OE-supplier quality materials. The design is built to meet the demands of modern automotive cooling systems and provide consistent temperature response in service.