Stant 48808 Engine Coolant Thermostat

OE-Style Cooling Control

Stant OE Type Thermostat 48808 is an engine coolant thermostat built to match original equipment design and temperature control requirements. It is specified at 185 degrees and uses a stainless steel assembly for smooth operation in the cooling system.

Compatible With Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and other listed applications across 2006-2011 model years. This thermostat is a fitment-based replacement for drivers servicing GM cooling systems that call for the 185-degree specification.

Key Features

• OE-style thermostat design for direct cooling system service.
• 185-degree temperature rating for specified engine coolant control.
• Stainless steel assembly for consistent movement and operation.
• Durable construction for long service life.
• Stant OE Type Thermostat line focuses on original equipment-style replacement parts.

Detailed Description

Stant 48808 is an engine coolant thermostat engineered around original equipment design standards. The 185-degree calibration helps maintain the cooling system operating range specified for the listed applications, while the stainless steel assembly supports smooth thermostat action. It is a practical replacement choice for Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lucerne cooling system service, as well as other GM models in the fitment list.

The OE Type Thermostat product line is aimed at replacement parts that follow factory-style design and temperature control requirements. For technicians and DIY installers, that means a thermostat built to match the application rather than a universal part. Part number 48808 is also referenced as 48808 when searching for the correct engine coolant thermostat for these vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine running too cool or too warm due to thermostat wear.
• Cooling system temperature control that no longer matches the specified rating.
• Delayed coolant flow regulation after thermostat sticking.
• Service replacement needs on GM vehicles with the 185-degree thermostat specification.

Installation Notes

Verify the thermostat temperature rating and application notes before installation. Confirm the cooling system uses the listed OE-style thermostat specification and inspect the sealing surface during service. Fitment includes Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana, Saturn Vue, Saturn Aura, Buick Terraza, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Saturn Relay in the years shown.

Quality Assurance

Stant builds this thermostat with original equipment design intent and durable materials. The stainless steel assembly is engineered for smooth performance, and part number 48808 follows the OE Type Thermostat product line for application-specific cooling system replacement.