Victor Reinz 71-13566-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

Victor Reinz Thermostat Housing Seal

The Victor Reinz 71-13566-00 engine coolant thermostat housing seal is a molded rubber sealing solution for cooling system service. It is built to OE-quality standards and sized for applications that require a precise thermostat housing seal on Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Land Rover vehicles.

• Molded rubber construction for a consistent sealing surface
• Inside diameter: 2.413 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.665 in.
• Thickness: 0.126 in.
• Color may vary
• Victor Reinz part number 71-13566-00

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1997-2010 Ford Explorer, N/A
• Fits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
• Fits 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 2001-2010 Ford Ranger, N/A
• Fits 2001-2010 Mazda B4000, N/A
• Fits 1998-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
• Fits 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-13566-00 is an engine coolant thermostat housing seal made for service work where the housing must seal cleanly against coolant pressure and temperature cycling. The molded rubber design helps provide a uniform sealing interface, while the listed dimensions support accurate matching during thermostat housing repair. Victor Reinz supplies OE-level gasket technology and broad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicles, including Ford Explorer, Ford Ranger, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 35617 and MAHLE C31652 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Coolant seepage at the thermostat housing
• Sealing issues after thermostat service
• Leak repair at the coolant outlet connection
• Replacement of a flattened, hardened, or damaged housing seal
• Cooling system maintenance on Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Land Rover platforms

Installation Notes

Clean the thermostat housing and mating surfaces before installation. Verify the seal dimensions against the housing groove or sealing land, and inspect the housing for corrosion, pitting, or distortion that could affect sealing. Use the correct coolant service procedure for the vehicle and confirm there are no leaks after refill and warm-up.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket and sealing technology used by manufacturers worldwide. This thermostat housing seal is produced to support OE-style fit and sealing performance for the listed applications.