Oil Temperature Switch for 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette - Standard Ignition TS-159

$108.99

Standard Ignition Engine Oil Temperature Switch TS-159

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Part number: TS-159

UPC: 091769031657

Condition: New

Weight: 0.10 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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Standard Ignition Engine Oil Temperature Switch P/N:TS-159

$108.99

Description

Standard Ignition TS-159 oil temperature switch for the 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette makes electrical contact once the engine oil reaches its set temperature. The engine oil temperature switch then passes that signal to the fan controller.

Custom wax formulation expands when heated and triggers a snap-action electrical contact
Wax pellets are custom formed for different temperature range specifications
Factory-calibrated and tested to make electrical contact at the specified lower-temperature set point
Formed bimetallic contact arm moves as two fused metals expand at different rates (creep action)

Quick facts

Part: Standard Ignition TS-159 oil temperature switch
Also called: engine oil temperature switch
Fits: 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette
Condition: New

A fan controller problem, damaged wiring or a loose connector can be behind a cooling fan that runs at the wrong time or not at all, and so can a worn switch. Find the cause before buying; if this switch is the cause, this one replaces it.

Fits

This oil temperature switch fits the 1981-1982 and 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette, and the car takes one.

Specifications

Fit and size

Quantity per vehicle: 1
Terminal type: Blade
Terminal quantity: 1
Connector type: Plug In
Connector gender: Male

Build and materials

Condition: New
Country of origin: Taiwan

Interchange: S8502 · PS201 · OTS201 · 25036292 · 25037114

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Vehicles it fits

Interchange numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

S8502, PS201, OTS201, 25036292, 25037114

Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the right switch for the 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette?

Yes. Standard Ignition TS-159 is listed for the 1984-1989 Chevrolet Corvette and for the 1981-1982 Chevrolet Corvette, and each of those cars takes one.

Does this oil temperature switch have a blade terminal?

Yes. This oil temperature switch has one male blade terminal in a plug-in connector.

How does the wax in this oil temperature switch trigger the contact?

The custom wax formulation expands when heated and activates a snap-action electrical contact, which sends the electrical signal to the fan controller.

Is the Standard Ignition TS-159 calibrated before use?

Yes. All units are factory-calibrated and tested to confirm the switch actuates at its specified temperature, making contact at the specified lower-temperature set point.

Does Standard Ignition TS-159 replace the S8502 switch?

Yes. S8502 is an interchange number for TS-159, along with PS201, OTS201, 25036292 and 25037114.