Motorad 656-195 Engine Coolant Thermostat

Engine Coolant Thermostat for OE-Style Cooling Control

The Motorad Standard 656-195 engine coolant thermostat is a 195°F replacement thermostat built to OE specifications for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Volkswagen applications. It uses OEM-quality materials, a copper case, and a wax compound for quick reaction to coolant temperature changes.

Compatible With 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring, and other listed applications, this thermostat includes an O-ring seal and jiggle pin weep hole where applicable for proper coolant flow and air relief. The Motorad 656-195 is a direct-fit choice for drivers replacing a worn thermostat in the cooling system.

Key Features

• 195°F start-to-open temperature for OE-specified cooling performance
• Standard thermostat design for listed Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Volkswagen vehicles
• Copper case and wax compound for fast response to coolant temperature changes
• Offset design with air relief valve where applicable
• O-ring seal included; rubber seal material
• Jiggle pin weep hole included for air bleeding
• Manufactured to OEM specifications and processes

Detailed Description

Motorad Standard 656-195 is an engine coolant thermostat engineered for vehicles that call for a 195°F thermostat and OE-style sealing. The thermostat’s copper case and wax element are built to react quickly as coolant temperature rises and falls, helping the engine reach and maintain the specified operating range. The included rubber O-ring seal supports a proper housing seal during replacement service. This part cross-references Mopar 68273161AA and Four Seasons 56569 for the same application. The Motorad 656-195 is listed for 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro and 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler, along with several Chrysler, Dodge, and Volkswagen models that use the same temperature specification.

What This Thermostat Helps Address

• Engine running cooler or hotter than the specified temperature
• Temperature fluctuations caused by a sticking thermostat
• Coolant flow issues related to a worn thermostat valve
• Air trapped in the cooling system after thermostat service
• Seal leakage at the thermostat housing interface

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the thermostat with the correct orientation for the housing and coolant flow path. Replace the seal during service and verify the sealing flange and housing surfaces are clean before assembly. The jiggle pin weep hole and air relief features should be positioned according to the vehicle service procedure so trapped air can escape during refill. Confirm the application by year, make, and model before installation; this part is listed for 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler, and other OE-specified applications.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat using OEM-quality materials and safety standards as an OE supplier. It is produced to OEM specifications and processes for demanding automotive cooling systems, with OE-style seals included where applicable.