Motorad 4816KT Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Motorad 4816KT is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly built for OE-specified cooling performance. It combines the housing, thermostat, and gasket in a single service kit for select Ford trucks and vans, including Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and Ford Econoline applications.

The Motorad Kit line focuses on OE-style replacement parts made to match original specifications and processes. For this application, the 192F thermostat setting, offset design, air relief valve, and OEM-style seals help support proper coolant flow and temperature control in demanding cooling systems.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing assembly with thermostat and gasket
• OE-specified 192F temperature rating for listed Ford applications
• Offset design for application-specific fitment
• Air relief valve included where applicable
• OEM-style seals included where applicable
• Steel, stainless steel, copper, and paper construction
• Silver finish
• 2 bolt hole design
• Gasket or seal included

Detailed Description

Motorad 4816KT is engineered as an OE supplier replacement for cooling system service on 1990-1997 Ford trucks and vans. The copper case and wax compound are used to respond quickly to coolant temperature changes, helping the thermostat open and close at the specified operating point. This part number, 4816KT, is a direct-fit style solution for owners servicing a Ford F-150 thermostat housing assembly, Ford F-250 coolant thermostat housing, or Ford Econoline thermostat housing replacement.

This part cross-references 94816KT for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1992-1996 Ford F-150, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford F-250, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford F-350, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat, and gasket; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford Bronco, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford F-150, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.
• Fits 1990 Ford F-350, N/A. Temperature 192F; includes housing, thermostat and gasket; from 02/10/1990; OE specified temperature; Kit.

Common Service Issues

• Coolant temperature control problems caused by a worn thermostat housing assembly
• Leaks at the thermostat housing gasket or seal surface
• Delayed thermostat response during warm-up
• Cooling system service on Ford F-150, Ford F-250, and Ford Econoline models
• Replacement of a corroded or damaged housing on 1990-1997 Ford applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE-specified 192F application before installation and confirm the housing orientation matches the vehicle’s cooling system layout. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the coolant passages for corrosion or debris, and replace coolant as needed after service. This assembly uses 2 bolt holes and does not include bolts.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this Kit line part using OEM-quality materials and OE supplier processes to meet original specifications for the listed Ford applications. The copper case and wax compound are selected for responsive temperature control in demanding cooling systems.