Motorad TA1083 engine coolant thermostat housing assembly for the 2014-2018 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L and other vehicles holds the 190-degree thermostat that controls coolant flow.
- Thermostat built into the housing as one integrated unit
- Wax compound responds quickly to changes in coolant temperature
- Mechanical actuator with a disk valve that starts to open at 87.78 °C
- Rubber O-ring seal and a sensor come with the housing
- Bleeder hole built into the housing
- Each unit is 100% tested and calibrated
Quick facts
- Part: Motorad TA1083 engine coolant thermostat housing assembly
- Fits: 2014-2018 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L and other vehicles
- Material: Plastic
- Condition: New
Coolant seeping around the housing, a temperature gauge that swings or an engine that runs hot can mean the thermostat housing assembly is worn, though a weak water pump or a leaking radiator hose can be behind them too, so find the source before you replace it.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Hyundai and Kia models, including the 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe V6 3.3L and the 2018-2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL V6 3.3L. The thermostat housing assembly is a direct-fit replacement for each of them.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting holes: 6
- Outlet ports: 5
- Inside diameters: 67.56 mm (2.66 in), 31.24 mm (1.23 in), 53.85 mm (2.12 in), 31.5 mm (1.24 in), 42.93 mm (1.69 in)
- Outlet port outside diameters: 68.33 mm (2.69 in), 42.92 mm (1.69 in)
- Flange thickness: 20.32 mm (0.8 in)
- Flange length: 102.87 mm (4.05 in), 118.11 mm (4.65 in)
- Flange width: 66.04 mm (2.60 in), 57.66 mm (2.27 in)
- Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 45.97 mm (1.81 in), 65.28 mm (2.57 in), 95.25 mm (3.75 in), 48.77 mm (1.92 in), 55.37 mm (2.18 in), 80.77 mm (3.18 in)
Build and materials
- Material: Plastic
- Thermostat: 190 degrees, mechanical actuator, disk valve
- Starts to open at: 87.78 °C
- Seal: rubber O-ring, 1 included
- Bleeder hole: yes
- Sensor: included
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Republic of Korea
In the box
One thermostat housing assembly with its rubber O-ring seal and sensor. This listing is one housing, and the vehicle takes one. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: 902-5914
3801AT · CO34983 · 256003CAE0 · 9TA1083
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
3801AT, TA1083, 902-5914, CO34983, 256003CAE0, 9TA1083
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Motorad TA1083 fit a 2014-2018 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L?
Yes. Motorad TA1083 is listed for the 2014-2018 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L and many other vehicles. To check a different car, look up its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this Motorad engine coolant thermostat housing assembly come with a gasket?
Yes. Motorad TA1083 includes one rubber O-ring seal and a sensor. Mounting hardware is not included.
At what temperature does this thermostat open?
This thermostat is a 190-degree unit and starts to open at 87.78 °C. It uses a mechanical actuator and a disk valve.
Is a coolant leak at the thermostat housing a sign it needs replacing?
Yes, it can be. With the engine off and cool, look for dried coolant residue or cracks in the plastic housing; a temperature gauge that swings is another sign.
Does Motorad TA1083 replace 256003CAE0?
Yes. Motorad TA1083 replaces 256003CAE0, one of several cross-reference numbers printed at the end of this description.
