Gates 34781 thermostat for the 2012-2014 BMW Activehybrid 5 6-cylinder 3.0L and other vehicles regulates engine coolant temperature from inside an integrated housing. Also called an engine coolant thermostat, it opens at a set temperature so coolant can flow to the radiator.
- All-in-one, bolt-on unit that includes the thermostat, insert and housing
- Precise temperature regulation and control to help engines run more efficiently, including application-specific adaptive MAP-control
- Starts to open at 217°F (103°C)
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 34781 thermostat
- Also called: engine coolant thermostat
- Fits: 2012-2014 BMW Activehybrid 5 6-cylinder 3.0L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
An engine that runs hot, is slow to warm up or shows a temperature gauge that swings can mean the thermostat is worn, though a weak water pump or a faulty cooling fan can be behind them too.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of BMW models, including the 2011-2016 BMW 535i 6-cylinder 3.0L and the 2011-2016 BMW 535i GT 6-cylinder 3.0L, and one thermostat goes on each of them. It meets or exceeds OE standards for fit, form and performance. If your car is not named here, open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Outlet outside diameter: 1.023 in, 0.866 in, 1.515 in, 1.614 in
Build and materials
- Type: integrated housing thermostat
- Grade: OE Exact
- Electric: yes
- Start to open temperature: 217°F (103°C)
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One thermostat with its insert and housing.
Interchange: 902-5173 · 828-217 · HT217-828
11537601159 · 11538671516 · TM21103 · 82817 · 58283 · 49602
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
11537601159, 11538671516, 902-5173, TM21103, 828-217, 82817, HT217-828, 34781, 58283, 49602
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gates 34781 the right thermostat for a 2011-2016 BMW 535i 6-cylinder 3.0L?
Yes. Gates 34781 is listed for the 2011-2016 BMW 535i 6-cylinder 3.0L, and that car takes one.
At what temperature does this thermostat start to open?
The Gates 34781 starts to open at 217°F (103°C).
Does this integrated housing thermostat come with the housing, or is it the thermostat alone?
It comes as an all-in-one, bolt-on unit with the thermostat, insert and housing.
Does this thermostat have adaptive MAP-control?
Yes. It gives precise temperature regulation and control, including application-specific adaptive MAP-control.
Does this thermostat replace the number 11537601159?
Yes. The Gates 34781 is listed as a replacement for 11537601159, along with the other numbers on the Interchange line.
