SKP SKRH144A Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford and Mazda

SKP SKRH144A is an aluminum engine coolant thermostat housing for select Ford Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda B4000 applications. It is built for vehicles that use the specified clip-in style sensor setup and upper hose routing noted below.

Key Features

• Metal - Aluminum construction for the thermostat housing body
• Direct-fit replacement for select Ford Ranger and Mazda B4000 cooling system applications
• Fits models with two clip-in style sensors included in the vehicle configuration
• Upper hose connection faces the right fender on listed applications
• SKP part number SKRH144A for easy identification

Fitment Details

• Fits 2001-2011 Ford Ranger, N/A; w/ Two Clip-In Style Sensors Included; Upper Hose Connection Faces Right Fender
• Fits 2004-2010 Mazda B4000, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; w/ Two Clip-In Style Sensors Included; Upper Hose Connection Faces Right Fender
• Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer, N/A; w/ Two Clip-In Style Sensors Included; Upper Hose Connection Faces Right Fender
• Fits 2001-2003 Mazda B4000, N/A; w/ Two Clip-In Style Sensors Included; Upper Hose Connection Faces Right Fender
• Fits 2001 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; w/ Two Clip-In Style Sensors Included; Upper Hose Connection Faces Right Fender

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at a cracked or corroded thermostat housing
• Overheating caused by poor coolant flow control at the housing
• Damaged sensor mounting points on the original housing
• Improper upper hose alignment on the cooling system connection
• Replacement needs for aging Ford Ranger and Mazda B4000 cooling components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine configuration, sensor style, and upper hose orientation before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the thermostat, gasket surfaces, and coolant hoses for wear before reassembly. Confirm the part number SKRH144A matches your vehicle’s original housing layout before purchase.

Quality Assurance

SKP manufactures this thermostat housing in aluminum for consistent fit and material durability in the listed applications. This part cross-references OE-style numbers 2L5Z-8592-BB and 4L5Z-8592-AA for the same application.