Motorad TA6013 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Thermostat Housing Assembly Overview

The Motorad TA6013 engine coolant thermostat housing assembly is built for Ford and Lincoln cooling system applications that require a 190-degree thermostat. It combines the housing, thermostat, and seal in one service part for direct replacement use on listed vehicles.

Key Features

• OE supplier manufacturing with OEM-quality materials and processes.
• 190°F thermostat specification for temperature-controlled coolant flow.
• Aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and rubber construction.
• Includes a gasket or seal for sealing at the housing interface.
• Offset design with an air relief valve where applicable.
• Motorad TA6013 part number for application matching and catalog lookup.

Detailed Description

Motorad TA6013 is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly engineered for Ford cooling systems that call for a 190-degree thermostat. The design uses a copper case and wax compound for quick response to coolant temperature changes, while OEM-style seals are used where applicable to support proper sealing. This assembly is listed for applications such as the Ford F-150, Ford Explorer, Ford Transit, Ford Expedition, Ford Mustang, Ford Police Interceptor Utility, Ford Transit-150, Ford Transit-250, Ford Transit-350, Ford Transit-350 HD, Ford Transit, and Lincoln Navigator. If you are replacing a thermostat housing assembly on a Ford F-150 or Ford Transit platform, TA6013 provides the specified temperature and housing configuration in one service part.

Common Replacement Uses

• Coolant temperature that stays too low or takes too long to reach operating range.
• Thermostat housing leaks at the seal or mating surface.
• Temperature control issues caused by a worn thermostat element.
• Service replacement for a cracked or corroded housing.
• Cooling system maintenance on Ford and Lincoln applications listed for TA6013.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine application and thermostat temperature before installation. This part uses two mounting holes and two outlet ports, and the gasket or seal is included. Mounting hardware is not included. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and follow the vehicle service procedure for coolant refill and air bleeding. Confirm fitment against the listed Ford and Lincoln applications, including the Ford F-150 and Ford Explorer, before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this assembly to OEM specifications and processes as an OE supplier, using materials selected for demanding cooling-system service. Part number TA6013 is also cross-referenced to Four Seasons 86013 for the same application.