Motorad 830-180 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Integrated Housing Thermostat for OE Cooling Control

The Motorad 830-180 integrated housing thermostat is built for vehicles that need precise coolant temperature control and a direct-fit thermostat housing assembly. It uses OEM-quality materials and OE-style sealing surfaces to support stable engine operating temperature in demanding cooling systems.

Compatible with 2006-2011 Saab 9-3, 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX, 2011 Saab 9-4X, and 2010-2011 Saab 9-5, this Motorad thermostat housing assembly is specified at 180 Deg. F for OE-style temperature control.

Key Features

• Motorad Integrated Housing Thermostat, part number 830-180
• 180 Deg. F opening temperature for OE-specified coolant regulation
• Aluminum, stainless steel, and copper construction
• Bleeder hole and jiggle pin included for air relief
• 3 bolt holes with bolts included
• Gasket or seal included with metal seal material
• 2 outlet ports with 1.76 in and 1.26 in outlet diameters
• Silver finish

Product Details

The Motorad 830-180 is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly engineered to match OE specifications and manufacturing processes. Its copper case and wax compound support quick response to coolant temperature changes, while the offset design and air relief features help simplify coolant flow management during service. This integrated housing thermostat is a direct replacement choice for Saab 9-3, Saab 9-5, Saab 9-4X, and Cadillac SRX applications that call for a 180F thermostat housing assembly.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 49288 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Engine running cooler or warmer than the specified operating range
• Coolant temperature instability during normal driving
• Thermostat housing leakage at the sealing surface
• Air trapped in the cooling system after thermostat service
• Delayed thermostat response from worn internal components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application and OE temperature specification before installation. Inspect the mating surfaces, replace any damaged hoses or clamps, and confirm the bleeder hole and jiggle pin are oriented correctly during assembly. Follow the vehicle service procedure for coolant fill and air bleeding to help prevent trapped air in the system.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this integrated housing thermostat with OEM-quality materials and safety standards as an OE supplier. It is built to OE specifications for dependable fit and temperature control in the listed Cadillac and Saab applications.