Motorad CH5973 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Hyundai and Kia

The Motorad CH5973 engine coolant thermostat housing is built for select Hyundai and Kia cooling system applications that use a plastic water outlet with housing. It is manufactured to OEM quality standards, thermal shock validated, and 100% leak tested for dependable coolant control.

Compatible With 2011-2018 Hyundai Elantra, Accent, Elantra GT, Elantra Coupe, and Veloster applications, plus 2012-2018 Kia Rio, Forte, Forte5, and Forte Koup applications where the engine coolant water outlet with housing is specified. The CH5973 is also cross-referenced to Dorman OE Solutions 902-5196 and Gates CO34846 for the same application.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles
• Plastic housing construction with black finish
• Outlet port diameter: 1.28 in
• Two mounting holes for application-specific fitment
• No gasket or seal included
• No bolts included
• Thermal shock validated and leak tested
• Built to meet or exceed OEM standards

Product Details

Motorad CH5973 is an OE-style engine coolant thermostat housing made from plastic and engineered for cooling systems that require a 1.28 in outlet diameter. The housing is designed for direct replacement use on select Hyundai Accent, Elantra, Elantra GT, Elantra Coupe, and Veloster models, as well as Kia Rio, Forte, Forte5, and Forte Koup applications. Its black finish and two-hole mounting layout support a factory-style installation profile.

This part number, CH5973, is built by an OE supplier using proprietary material selected for demanding automotive cooling environments. It is a practical choice when replacing a worn, cracked, or leaking coolant outlet housing on vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra or Kia Forte.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or water outlet
• Cracked or heat-damaged plastic housing
• Improper coolant flow control caused by a failing housing assembly
• Overheating concerns related to a leaking cooling system component
• Fitment issues when replacing the original engine coolant water outlet with housing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the outlet diameter, mounting hole count, and vehicle application before installation. Because no gasket or seal is included, confirm the correct sealing components for the repair and inspect the mating surfaces for corrosion, residue, or warpage. Replace any damaged coolant hoses or clamps during service, and refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle manufacturer procedure after installation of CH5973.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat housing to OEM quality standards, with thermal shock validation and 100% leak testing to support reliable cooling system performance. The CH5973 is engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards for the listed Hyundai and Kia applications.