Motorad CH5281 Engine Coolant Water Outlet

Engine Coolant Water Outlet for Subaru Applications

The Motorad CH5281 engine coolant water outlet is built for Subaru cooling system service where a precise OE-style fit matters. It is manufactured to OEM quality standards by an OE supplier and validated for thermal shock and leak resistance to help maintain stable coolant flow.

• Plastic coolant water outlet in black finish
• Outlet diameter: 1.7 in
• 2 mounting holes for direct housing attachment
• No gasket or seal included
• No bolts included
• OE-quality replacement for Subaru cooling system repair

Fitment and Application Details

Compatible with Subaru Baja, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback applications that use an engine coolant water outlet with housing. Fits 2003-2006 Subaru Baja, N/A; Fits 1998-2005 Subaru Forester, N/A; Fits 1993-2005 Subaru Impreza, N/A; Fits 1990-2005 Subaru Legacy, N/A; Fits 2000-2005 Subaru Outback, N/A. The Motorad CH5281 is a direct-fit cooling system component for these Subaru models, and CH5281 is also referenced in OE-style replacement listings for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the water outlet housing
• Cracked or heat-aged plastic outlet bodies
• Improper coolant routing through the thermostat and housing area
• Cooling system service on Subaru engines with a 1.7 in outlet diameter
• Replacement of a worn engine coolant water outlet during maintenance

Installation Notes and Quality Assurance

Verify the outlet diameter, mounting hole count, and housing style before installation. Because no gasket or seal is included, reuse only if serviceable or source the correct sealing components separately. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the housing for warpage or damage before assembly. Motorad manufactures this part to OEM quality standards, and it is thermal shock validated and 100% leak tested for cooling system integrity.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-5112 and Four Seasons 85281 for the same application.