Motorad TA7683FS Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Motorad TA7683FS Thermostat Assembly

The Motorad TA7683FS thermostat assembly is built for precise coolant temperature control in Ford and Lincoln cooling systems. With a 180 Deg. F thermostat rating, it supports stable engine operating temperature for vehicles such as the Ford Explorer, Edge, Flex, Taurus, and Lincoln MKX, MKZ, MKS, and MKT.

Key Features

• 180 Deg. F thermostat temperature for OE-specified cooling performance
• Includes upper and lower housing, Fail-Safe thermostat, and seal
• Copper case and wax compound for quick response to coolant temperature changes
• Manufactured to OEM specifications and processes
• Built with OEM-quality materials and safety standards by an OE supplier

Product Details

Motorad Thermostat Assembly TA7683FS is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly designed for direct replacement in select Ford and Lincoln applications. The thermostat line is engineered around OE requirements, with a 180 Deg. F opening temperature and a Fail-Safe design that helps maintain proper coolant flow control. This part number is used across multiple models, including the Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKX, making TA7683FS a relevant search term for drivers replacing a thermostat housing assembly on these platforms.

This part cross-references 9TA7683FS for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Engine running too cool or too warm due to thermostat control issues
• Coolant temperature instability during normal driving
• Housing wear or sealing concerns at the thermostat assembly
• Delayed thermostat response to changing coolant temperatures
• OE-spec replacement needs for Ford Explorer and Lincoln thermostat service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 180 Deg. F temperature specification before installation and confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model. This assembly is listed for 2011-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including 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 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, N/A; and Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ, N/A. Follow the vehicle service procedure for coolant draining, housing removal, and system refill/bleeding.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat assembly with OEM-quality materials, OE-supplier standards, and OEM-specification processes. The copper case and wax compound are selected to provide responsive temperature control in demanding automotive cooling systems.