MOTORAD CH3914 lower engine coolant thermostat housing for the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento V6 3.5L, the 2014-2018 Sorento V6 3.3L and other vehicles houses the thermostat and routes coolant out of the engine. An OE supplier makes it, and it meets or exceeds all OEM standards.
- Plastic housing made from a proprietary material for demanding cooling systems
- Thermal shock validated and 100% leak tested
- Comes with three rubber seals
- Four outlet ports and six mounting holes
Quick facts
- Part: MOTORAD CH3914 engine coolant thermostat housing
- Also called: engine coolant water outlet
- Fits: 2011-2013 Kia Sorento V6 3.5L, the 2014-2018 Sorento V6 3.3L and other vehicles
- Position: Lower
- Material: Plastic
- Condition: New
Coolant residue or a crack around the housing, coolant loss or overheating can mean the thermostat housing, also called a water outlet, is failing. Before you replace it, rule out a leaking hose or a thermostat fault, since either can also lose coolant or overheat the engine.
Fits
As a direct-fit lower thermostat housing, it also covers the 2010-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe V6 3.5L, the 2013-2018 Santa Fe V6 3.3L and the 2013-2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL V6 3.3L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting holes: 6, each 9.91 mm (0.39 in) in diameter
- Flange thickness: 20.32 mm (0.80 in)
- Outlet ports: 4
- Outlet port diameters: 17.78 mm (0.70 in), 18.03 mm (0.71 in), 49.53 mm (1.95 in), 71.12 mm (2.80 in)
- Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 37.85 mm (1.49 in), 42.42 mm (1.67 in), 48.26 mm (1.90 in), 55.63 mm (2.19 in), 73.66 mm (2.90 in), 86.36 mm (3.40 in)
Build and materials
- Material: Plastic
- Seals: 3, rubber
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One thermostat housing with its rubber seals. This listing holds one, and each vehicle takes one. Bolts, mounting hardware, a bleeder screw and a threaded plug are not included, so plan on new bolts.
Installation notes
- One-step fit
- No special tools required
Interchange: 902-5914
4193HC · CO34982 · 256203CAA0 · 256213CAA0 · 256223CAA0 · 256413CAA0 · 9CH3914
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4193HC, CH3914, 902-5914, CO34982, 256203CAA0, 256213CAA0, 256223CAA0, 256413CAA0, NI, 9CH3914
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MOTORAD CH3914 thermostat housing right for a 2013-2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL V6 3.3L?
Yes, MOTORAD CH3914 fits the 2013-2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL V6 3.3L. For any other car, search your year, model and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
Do bolts come with this lower thermostat housing?
No. The listing includes three rubber seals, but bolts and mounting hardware are not included, so plan on new bolts.
What is the MOTORAD CH3914 thermostat housing made from?
MOTORAD CH3914 is a plastic housing made from a proprietary material, and it is thermal shock validated and 100% leak tested. Its seals are rubber.
How can I tell if this thermostat housing is leaking?
With the engine off and cool, look for cracks or coolant residue around the housing. Falling coolant or overheating are other signs, and a shop can test the cooling system to find the source.
How many mounting holes does this lower thermostat housing have?
It has six mounting holes, each 9.91 mm (0.39 in) in diameter, on a flange 20.32 mm (0.80 in) thick.
