2016 Ford F53 Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

24 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.

In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.

The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PEAK, PRESTONE and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, VALVOLINE, PEAK and PRESTONE supply 9 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is VALVOLINE ZXG051.

In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, MOTORCRAFT, PRESTONE, ACDELCO and 1 other brand supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 105027.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE 72014, MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33800 and VICTOR REINZ 711639800.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

4 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from DORMAN, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand.

This group includes DORMAN 54208, GATES 31406 and MOTORAD T38 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Coolant Water Crossover Mounting sets. Read more

2 Coolant Water Crossover Mounting Set parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO ES73551 and MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33421.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 2 brands — GATES and MOTORAD.

Listed part numbers: GATES 31379, GATES 31410 and MOTORAD 3132, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

This group shows a single part: DENSO 2219407.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

3 Radiator Fan Blade parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from GPD, MOTORCRAFT and SKP.

Part numbers include GPD 2812349, MOTORCRAFT YA259 and SKP SK959912.

This table covers the Radiator Fan clutches. Typical signs include slip at highway speed, chatter on takeoff, or a pedal that stays low. Resurface or replace the flywheel with the clutch — a heat-checked flywheel wastes the new disc. Read more

6 Radiator Fan Clutch parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 6 brands — HAYDEN, US MOTOR WORKS, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is HAYDEN 2867.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 2867, US MOTOR WORKS 22634 and FOUR SEASONS 46066, among others listed above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

6 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from GATES, MOTORCRAFT, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. GATES 23275 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes GATES 23275, GATES 24723 and ACDELCO 24606L and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Radiator Mount bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Ford F53 — DORMAN 927244.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

3 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and HOLSTEIN.

The Economy section: 2 options from HOLSTEIN and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. HOLSTEIN 2CTS0282 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 1 part, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX6.

Listed part numbers: HOLSTEIN 2CTS0282, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX6T and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX6.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

2 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from GATES and MOTORAD.

This group includes GATES 33469 and MOTORAD 742185.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

10 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, VICTOR REINZ, GATES and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is GATES 33671.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from DORMAN, MOTORCRAFT, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. MOTORCRAFT RH214 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 902759.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from MOTORCRAFT, FOUR SEASONS, GATES and 1 other brand. MOTORCRAFT RH214 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT RH214, DORMAN 902759 and FOUR SEASONS 85346, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

10 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2016 Ford F53, from ENGINETECH, FVP, SKP and 7 other brands. GATES 42079 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from ENGINETECH, FVP, SKP and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ENGINETECH WP510.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from GATES, MOTORCRAFT, DAYCO and 2 other brands. GATES 42079 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Water Pump & Fan Clutch assemblies. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Ford F53 — US MOTOR WORKS MCK1022.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2016 Ford F53 come from 4 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35478.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35478, MAHLE / CLEVITE K31309 and APEX AWP3116, plus the other parts above.