Gates 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16 psi - Black Ops Auto Works
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Gates 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16 psi

Gates
GAT31406
072053134247
Oil Caps
4 Units In Stock
Engine, Gates, Oil Caps, Oil Systems
$ 8.22
$ 8.22

The Gates 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16 psi is a cooling, oil, or fuel-system cap selected by exact pressure rating, thread or bayonet interface, seal, venting design, and verified vehicle application. Verified year-make-model applications are listed below.

Key Features

  • 16 PSI Pressure Rating: Holds system pressure steady to increase coolant boiling point by up to 45 degrees F for better heat management.
  • Threaded Bottle Design: Matches OEM thread pattern on plastic coolant recovery tanks for secure leak-proof seal.
  • EPDM Rubber Seal: Resists cracking and degradation from heat, coolant additives, and ozone exposure over time.
  • Precision Fitment: Direct OE replacement ensures effortless installation without adapters or modifications.
  • Backed by rigorous testing for pressure retention and durability.

Fitment

Years Make Model Application
1993-2011 Ford Crown Victoria Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2014 Ford E-150 Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2005 Ford E-150 Club Wagon Verify engine and trim for this application
1997-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Verify engine and trim for this application
1997-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2014 Ford E-250 Verify engine and trim for this application
1997-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2005 Ford E-350 Club Wagon Verify engine and trim for this application
1995-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline Verify engine and trim for this application
1995-2002 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon Verify engine and trim for this application
1999-2019 Ford E-350 Super Duty Verify engine and trim for this application
2021-2024 Ford E-350 Super Duty Verify engine and trim for this application
2007-2014 Ford Edge Verify engine and trim for this application
2000-2005 Ford Excursion Verify engine and trim for this application
1997-2008 Ford Expedition Verify engine and trim for this application
2015-2017 Ford Expedition Verify engine and trim for this application
2002-2005 Ford Explorer Verify engine and trim for this application
2011-2019 Ford Explorer Verify engine and trim for this application
2002-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Verify engine and trim for this application
1997-2008 Ford F-150 Verify complete vehicle application
2011-2014 Ford F-150 Verify complete vehicle application
1995-2016 Ford F-250 Verify complete vehicle application
1995-1997 Ford F-350 Verify complete vehicle application
1999-2016 Ford F-350 Verify complete vehicle application
2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred Verify engine and trim for this application
2009-2019 Ford Flex Verify engine and trim for this application
2005-2008 Ford Focus Verify engine and trim for this application
2004-2007 Ford Freestar Verify engine and trim for this application
2005-2007 Ford Freestyle Verify engine and trim for this application
2006-2012 Ford Fusion Verify engine and trim for this application
2005-2006 Ford GT Verify engine and trim for this application
1996-2014 Ford Mustang Verify engine and trim for this application
2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan Verify engine and trim for this application
2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Verify engine and trim for this application
2019 Ford Police Responder Hybrid Verify engine and trim for this application
2001-2011 Ford Ranger Verify complete vehicle application
2019 Ford SSV Plug-In Hybrid Verify engine and trim for this application
2014-2018 Ford Special Service Police Sedan Verify engine and trim for this application
1996-2019 Ford Taurus Verify engine and trim for this application
2008-2009 Ford Taurus X Verify engine and trim for this application
1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird Verify engine and trim for this application
2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird Verify engine and trim for this application
2000-2003 Ford Windstar Verify engine and trim for this application
2004-2009 Infiniti QX56 Verify engine and trim for this application
2017-2022 Jaguar F-Pace Verify engine and trim for this application
2018-2021 Jaguar F-Type Verify engine and trim for this application
2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type Verify engine and trim for this application
2005-2009 Jaguar Super Verify engine and trim for this application
2004-2009 Jaguar Vanden Plas Verify engine and trim for this application
2008 Jaguar X-Type Verify engine and trim for this application
2017-2020 Jaguar XE Verify engine and trim for this application
2009-2015 Jaguar XF Verify engine and trim for this application
2017-2020 Jaguar XF Verify engine and trim for this application
2010-2014 Jaguar XFR Verify engine and trim for this application
2013-2014 Jaguar XFR-S Verify engine and trim for this application
2004-2009 Jaguar XJ8 Verify engine and trim for this application
2002-2009 Jaguar XJR Verify engine and trim for this application
2007-2009 Jaguar XK Verify engine and trim for this application
2007-2009 Jaguar XKR Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2005 Land Rover Freelander Verify engine and trim for this application
2005-2009 Land Rover LR3 Verify engine and trim for this application
2006-2009 Land Rover Range Rover Verify engine and trim for this application
2006-2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Verify engine and trim for this application
2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator Verify engine and trim for this application
2002 Lincoln Blackwood Verify engine and trim for this application
1995-2002 Lincoln Continental Verify engine and trim for this application
2000-2006 Lincoln LS Verify engine and trim for this application
2009-2016 Lincoln MKS Verify engine and trim for this application
2010-2019 Lincoln MKT Verify engine and trim for this application
2007-2017 Lincoln MKX Verify engine and trim for this application
2007-2012 Lincoln MKZ Verify engine and trim for this application
2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT Verify engine and trim for this application
1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII Verify engine and trim for this application
1998-2008 Lincoln Navigator Verify engine and trim for this application
2015-2018 Lincoln Navigator Verify engine and trim for this application
1993-2011 Lincoln Town Car Verify engine and trim for this application

Specifications

Brand Gates
Manufacturer Part Number 31406
Product Type Oil Caps
Condition New
Pressure Rating 16 psi
Quantity One exact listed component or kit

What's Included

One new Gates component or kit in the exact configuration and quantity stated. Related belts, hoses, pulleys, tensioners, clamps, seals, gaskets, fluids, fasteners, tools, and installation hardware are included only when expressly listed.

About Gates

Gates develops automotive belts, hoses, cooling-system components, fluid-power products, and supporting service hardware for original-equipment and replacement applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16 fit my vehicle?
Match the year, make, and model in the Fitment table, then confirm engine, trim, dimensions, routing, interfaces, and the exact Gates part number.

How do I verify the pressure rating for the 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16?
Use the exact rating specified for the vehicle and system. A cap with the wrong pressure, venting, seal, or interface can cause leaks or improper operation.

When should the 97-08 Ford Expedition / 02-12 Explorer Threaded Coolant Bottle Cap (Closed System) - 16 be replaced?
Replace a cap with a damaged seal, weak spring, cracked body, corroded interface, failed pressure test, or incorrect venting behavior.

Installation Instructions

Follow the current Gates and vehicle-manufacturer procedure for the exact part number. Allow the vehicle to cool, isolate stored electrical, pressure, and mechanical energy, verify fitment and routing, use the specified tools, fluids, seals, clamps, fasteners, and torque values, then inspect alignment, tension, clearance, leaks, temperature, and normal operation before driving.

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