# MotoRad 234-174 Engine Coolant Thermostat for 1976-2013 Mercury Capri

### Specifications

Bypass Diameter: 1.38"

Bypass Length: 1.23"

Flange Thickness: 0.06"

Gasket or Seal included: No

Installation Tool Included: No

Jiggle Pin Weep Hole Included: No

Sealing Flange Outside Diameter: 2.12"

Temperature (Degree): 174F

### Features

-   Offer precise pressure control
-   Ensure the proper fit
-   Made of high quality materials
-   Easy installation

### Product Details

Engine Coolant Thermostat (234-174) by MotoRad®. Temperature: 174F. State-of-the-art equipment, strict quality control, and functional testing to each thermostat ensure customers that they can trust the high-quality product used in their vehicle. As cooling system experts, MotoRad knows what is necessary to manufacture a high-quality part that will stand up to the rigors of today’s demanding cooling system environments where others fail.

MotoRad offers a full line of thermostats to replace original equipment thermostats. These parts are manufactured with high-grade duel bridge stainless steel construction and they meet or exceed all original equipment manufacturer requirements. MotoRad also offers standard thermostats in many alternate temperatures.

Brand: MotoRad

Part Number: 234-174

UPC: 055644234748

Alternate MPN: 234174

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

1976

Mercury

Capri

1977

Mercury

Capri

1987

Porsche

924

1988

Porsche

924

1983

Porsche

944

1984

Porsche

944

1985

Porsche

944

1986

Porsche

944

1987

Porsche

944

1988

Porsche

944

1989

Porsche

944

1990

Porsche

944

1991

Porsche

944

1997

Volkswagen

Beetle

1998

Volkswagen

Beetle

1999

Volkswagen

Beetle

2011

Volkswagen

Clasico

2012

Volkswagen

Clasico

2013

Volkswagen

Clasico

1995

Volkswagen

Derby

1996

Volkswagen

Derby

1997

Volkswagen

Derby

1998

Volkswagen

Derby

1999

Volkswagen

Derby

2000

Volkswagen

Derby

2001

Volkswagen

Derby

2002

Volkswagen

Derby

2003

Volkswagen

Derby

2004

Volkswagen

Derby

2005

Volkswagen

Derby

2006

Volkswagen

Derby

2007

Volkswagen

Derby

2008

Volkswagen

Derby

2009

Volkswagen

Derby

1990

Volkswagen

Fox

1992

Volkswagen

Fox

1993

Volkswagen

Fox

1995

Volkswagen

Golf

1996

Volkswagen

Golf

1997

Volkswagen

Golf

1985

Volkswagen

Golf GTI

1990

Volkswagen

Golf GTI

1991

Volkswagen

Golf GTI

1992

Volkswagen

Golf GTI

1985

Volkswagen

Jetta

1986

Volkswagen

Jetta

1990

Volkswagen

Jetta

1999

Volkswagen

Jetta

1999

Volkswagen

Pointer

2000

Volkswagen

Pointer

2001

Volkswagen

Pointer

2002

Volkswagen

Pointer

2003

Volkswagen

Pointer

2004

Volkswagen

Pointer

2005

Volkswagen

Pointer

2006

Volkswagen

Pointer

2007

Volkswagen

Pointer

2008

Volkswagen

Pointer

2009

Volkswagen

Pointer

1999

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2000

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2001

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2002

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2003

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2004

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

2005

Volkswagen

Pointer Truck

1981

Volkswagen

Vanagon

1982

Volkswagen

Vanagon

1983

Volkswagen

Vanagon

1984

Volkswagen

Vanagon

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the Vehicle Fitment Table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is 234-174.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment table before ordering.

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## Details

- **Price:** 13.61 CAD
- **Vendor:** MotoRad
- **Type:** Engine Coolant Thermostat
- **Tags:** 1976-1977 Mercury Capri, 1981-1984 Volkswagen Vanagon, 1983-1991 Porsche 944, 1985, 1985-1986, 1987-1988 Porsche 924, 1990, 1990-1992 Volkswagen Golf GTI, 1992-1993 Volkswagen Fox, 1995-1997 Volkswagen Golf, 1995-2009 Volkswagen Derby, 1997-1999 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Pointer Truck, 1999-2009 Volkswagen Pointer, 2011-2013 Volkswagen Clasico, 234-174, Automotive, Engine Coolant Thermostat, MotoRad

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 13.61 CAD | In stock |

## Images

- MotoRad 234-174 Engine Coolant Thermostat for 1976-2013 Mercury Capri

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> Updated: 2026-08-17
