The thermostat in the car regulates the temperature of the fluid in the engine cooling system, maintaining optimal thermal conditions for operation and accelerating the initial warm-up of the engine at start.

The usage of the thermostat gasket

The gasket is a sealing element designed to seal the thermostat housing / cover. Due to its elasticity, the gasket prevents leaks and maintains operating pressure in the cooling system. Depending on the place of application and the type of thermostat, the consumable has a different shape and material of manufacture.

1. CTS Coupe
2. CTS
3. CTS Sport Wagon
4. BLS Wagon
5. STS
6. BLS
7. 9-3 (YS3F, E79, D79, D75)
8. 9-3 Saloon (YS3F, E79, D79, D75)
9. 9-3 Estate (E50)
10. 9-3 Convertible (YS3F)
11. SRX
12. SRX SUV
13. CAPTIVA (C100, C140)
14. CAPTIVA SUV (C100, C140)
15. CAMARO
16. CAMARO Convertible
17. ANTARA (L07)
18. VECTRA Mk II (C) Estate (Z02)
19. OMEGA
20. GL8 S II (CU3)
21. See more in applications

Each car and body type has its own gasket with a specific shape. Often made from the following materials:

1. nitrile butadiene rubber;
2. ethylene-propylene terpolymer;
3. rubber.

The ELRING brand Gasket, thermostat can be made in a more complex shape or in the form of a ring. Some models have holes in the gasket for fasteners. O-rings are installed in a special groove in the cover, after which the part is mounted and sealed.