Motorad TA7683 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Motorad TA7683 Thermostat Assembly

Motorad TA7683 is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly built for OE-style cooling system service. It uses aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and rubber construction with a 180°F thermostat rating to support stable coolant temperature control in Ford and Lincoln applications.

This Thermostat Assembly line is engineered with OEM specifications and processes, and the copper case with wax compound is used for quick reaction to coolant temperature changes. The assembly includes the upper and lower housing, thermostat, seal, an offset design, and an air relief valve where applicable.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing assembly for cooling system repair
• 180°F thermostat temperature for OE-specified applications
• Aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and rubber construction
• Bleeder hole and air relief valve for serviceable coolant bleeding
• Gasket or seal included
• Two mounting holes and five outlet ports
• Silver finish

Detailed Description

Motorad TA7683 is designed for vehicles that require a 180°F thermostat housing assembly with OE-style sealing and coolant flow control. The housing design and wax-pellet thermostat response help regulate engine operating temperature, while the included seal supports a proper fit at the cooling system interface. This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-683 for the same application.

Compatible With Ford Explorer, Ford Edge, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln MKX, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKZ applications that call for this thermostat assembly. The TA7683 part number is also commonly searched as TA7683 when replacing a worn or leaking coolant thermostat housing assembly.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or seal surface
• Engine running too cool or too warm from thermostat wear
• Temperature fluctuation caused by a sticking thermostat
• Bleeding issues after cooling system service
• Housing damage from age, heat cycling, or corrosion

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE-specified 180°F temperature requirement before installation. Inspect mating surfaces, flush contaminated coolant if needed, and confirm the seal seats evenly during assembly. Use the bleeder hole and air relief features to remove trapped air after service, and match the outlet port layout and mounting hole count to the original part.

Fits 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 2011-2018 Ford Edge, N/A; Fits 2013-2019 Ford Flex, N/A; Fits 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 2011-2018 Lincoln MKX, N/A; Fits 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat assembly with OEM quality materials and OE-supplier standards for demanding automotive cooling systems. The design follows OEM specifications and processes to support consistent fit and temperature control in the listed Ford and Lincoln applications.