Vaico V10-0277 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing - Front

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for VW

VAICO V10-0277 is an engine coolant thermostat housing for select Volkswagen applications. Built to match the listed dimensions and engine-block mounting location, it supports a direct replacement for cooling system service on 1998-2004 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf, and 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta models.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing for the cooling system
• Front position with engine block location noted in fitment
• Dimensions: 88 mm height, 58 mm length, 58 mm width
• Lightweight housing at 0.050 kg
• VAICO part number V10-0277 for catalog matching
• Cross-reference: Davico Mfg 18230

Product Details

VAICO VAICO V10-0277 is a thermostat housing used in the engine cooling circuit to retain and locate the thermostat assembly within the engine block area. The listed dimensions help confirm physical fit during replacement work, especially when servicing a Volkswagen Golf thermostat housing, Volkswagen Jetta coolant housing, or Volkswagen Beetle cooling system component. This part cross-references Davico Mfg 18230 for the same application.

Compatible With: 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf, front; 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, front; 1998-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, front. The part number V10-0277 is useful when verifying the correct housing against existing OE and aftermarket references.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Cracked or warped thermostat housing
• Coolant seepage at the engine block connection
• Failed thermostat housing sealing surface
• Overheating caused by cooling system leakage
• Service replacement during thermostat maintenance

Installation Notes

Confirm the engine-block mounting location and compare the housing dimensions before installation. Inspect the thermostat, gasket surfaces, and coolant passages for wear or contamination during service. Use the vehicle’s cooling system specifications and bleed procedure after installation to restore proper coolant circulation.

Quality Assurance

VAICO parts are cataloged for application-specific replacement use, and V10-0277 is listed with defined dimensions and fitment data to support accurate ordering for Volkswagen cooling system repair.