Motorad 7201-180 Engine Coolant Thermostat

180°F Fail-Safe Thermostat for Cooling Control

The Motorad Fail-Safe 7201-180 engine coolant thermostat is built for vehicles that need stable coolant regulation and a defined 180°F opening temperature. It uses OEM-quality materials and OE-supplier manufacturing standards to deliver consistent response in demanding cooling systems.

Compatible With applications such as Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Sidekick, Ford Ranger, and Land Rover Freelander, this thermostat is designed for direct replacement use where the original cooling system calls for a 180-degree thermostat.

Key Features

• 180°F thermostat temperature for standard engine coolant control
• Fail-Safe design locks open during overheating conditions to maintain coolant flow
• Copper case and wax compound for quick reaction to coolant temperature changes
• Offset design with air relief valve for improved installation and system bleeding where applicable
• OEM-style seals used where applicable for proper housing fit
• Motorad Fail-Safe 7201-180 engineered to OEM specifications and processes

Product Details

This Motorad thermostat is built for cooling systems that require a 180°F operating point and a fail-safe response strategy. The copper case and wax element are used to help the thermostat react quickly as coolant temperature changes, while the offset design and air relief valve support proper coolant circulation and serviceability. The 7201-180 is a practical OE-style replacement for import and domestic applications including Geo Tracker, Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Samurai, Suzuki X-90, Ford Aerostar, Ford Ranger, and Toyota Celica.

This part cross-references Gates 70180 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Engine temperature running too cool or too warm due to thermostat wear
• Overheating protection when the original thermostat fails in the closed position
• Slow coolant response after warm-up
• Cooling system service on Tracker, Sidekick, Ranger, and Freelander applications
• Replacement for a thermostat that no longer regulates at 180°F

Installation Notes

Verify the housing style and sealing surface before installation. This thermostat does not include a gasket or seal, and no installation tool is included. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the housing for corrosion or distortion, and follow the vehicle service procedure for coolant refill and air bleeding.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures the Fail-Safe line with OEM-quality materials and safety standards as an OE supplier. The 7201-180 is produced to OEM specifications and processes for consistent fit and thermal performance in the listed applications.