Stant 49462 Engine Coolant Thermostat / Water Outlet Assembly

Integrated Thermostat Housing for VW and Audi

The Stant 49462 integrated thermostat housing combines the thermostat and water outlet housing into one assembly for a cleaner, more direct repair. Built from durable material, it is made for long service life and fits select Audi and Volkswagen applications with a 212-degree thermostat setting.

Stant’s Integrated Thermostat Housing line focuses on simplifying cooling system service by combining key components into a single unit. For technicians and DIY repairs, that means fewer separate parts to manage during replacement on vehicles such as the Audi A3, Audi TT, Volkswagen GTI, and Volkswagen Jetta.

Key Features

• Integrated thermostat housing assembly for simplified installation
• Water outlet housing construction made from durable material
• Thermostat opening temperature: 212 degrees F
• Flange diameter with seal: 1.28 in.
• Flange diameter without seal: 1.9 in.
• Stant 49462 application-specific cooling system replacement

Detailed Product Description

This engine coolant thermostat / water outlet assembly is built for select 2006-2009 Audi and Volkswagen models that use a 212-degree thermostat. The integrated design places the thermostat inside the housing, which reduces the number of separate components involved in the repair and supports a more straightforward cooling system service. The Stant 49462 is a direct-fit style solution for vehicles including the Audi A3, Audi TT, Volkswagen Eos, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen R32, and Volkswagen Bora.

Use the Stant 49462 when replacing a worn thermostat housing on a 2006-2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 2006-2008 Volkswagen GTI, or 2008-2009 Audi TT. It is also listed for 2006-2008 Audi A3 and 2007-2009 Volkswagen Eos applications, along with 2006-2008 Volkswagen Passat and 2008 Volkswagen R32 coverage.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing or water outlet
• Temperature control issues caused by a failing thermostat
• Cracked or deteriorated housing material
• Service delays from separate thermostat and housing replacement parts
• Cooling system maintenance on Audi and Volkswagen 2.0T-era applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify flange diameter and thermostat temperature before installation to match the original cooling system specification. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the seal area for damage before assembly. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Stant manufactures this integrated thermostat housing as a cooling system replacement part for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. Part number 49462 is built to meet the listed application and temperature specification for proper fitment on confirmed vehicles.