Motorad 449-180 Engine Coolant Thermostat

180F Engine Coolant Thermostat for Chrysler and Dodge

The Motorad Standard 449-180 engine coolant thermostat is built for Chrysler and Dodge cooling systems that call for a 180 degree F opening temperature. It uses OEM-quality materials and OE-supplier manufacturing processes to deliver consistent coolant flow control in demanding daily driving conditions.

With a copper case, wax compound, and included rubber seal, this thermostat is made to respond quickly to coolant temperature changes. The jiggle pin weep hole also helps with air bleeding during installation and service.

Key Features

• 180 degree F thermostat opening temperature
• Copper case with wax compound for fast temperature response
• Rubber gasket/seal included
• Jiggle pin weep hole for easier air purge
• Sealing flange outside diameter: 2.13 in
• Flange thickness: 0.05 in
• Motorad Standard part number 449-180

Detailed Product Overview

Motorad Standard 449-180 is an engine coolant thermostat designed for OE-style temperature regulation in Chrysler 300, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Dodge Ram 2500, Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Concorde, Chrysler Intrepid, and Dodge Intrepid applications listed below. The 180F calibration supports a lower opening temperature than stock 195F-style units where that specification is required, helping maintain the cooling strategy specified for the vehicle.

This part cross-references 180-944 and 44980 for the same application. Motorad 449-180 is a direct-fit style thermostat for drivers searching for a 180F engine coolant thermostat for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, or Dodge Magnum cooling system service.

What This Thermostat Helps Address

• Engine running hotter than expected due to a sticking thermostat
• Slow warm-up or unstable coolant temperature control
• Coolant flow issues caused by thermostat wear or age
• Seal leakage at the thermostat housing interface
• Air trapped in the cooling system after service

Installation Notes

Verify the required opening temperature before installation, since this thermostat is calibrated to 180 degree F. Replace the thermostat only after confirming the housing surface is clean and the rubber seal seats evenly. The jiggle pin weep hole should be oriented to assist with air bleeding during refill, and the cooling system should be properly bled after service.

Compatible With 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, N/A; 2001-2010 Chrysler Sebring, N/A; 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger, N/A; 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, N/A; 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, N/A; 2008 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A; 2003-2006 Chrysler Cirrus, N/A; 2001-2006 Dodge Stratus, N/A; 1998-2004 Chrysler Concorde, N/A; 1998-2004 Chrysler Intrepid, N/A; 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat with OEM-quality materials and safety standards as an OE supplier, using OEM specifications and processes for consistent fit and function in supported Chrysler and Dodge applications.