{"product_id":"mishimoto-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-vr6-racing-thermostat","title":"Mishimoto Volkswagen Golf\/Jetta\/Passat VR6 Racing Thermostat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003eMMTS-VR6-93L\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 748666007666\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMishimoto Volkswagen Golf Jetta Passat VR6 Racing Thermostat 1993-2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mishimoto Racing Thermostat delivers precise temperature control for Volkswagen Golf Jetta and Passat equipped with VR6 engines. It opens at 160°F (71°C) compared to the stock 192°F (89°C) for quicker engine warmup and sustained lower operating temperatures during track use. Engineered as a direct replacement this thermostat maintains consistent cooling in high-performance VR6 applications including 2.8L AAA ABV ABH and 3.6L engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Opening Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Activates at 160°F (71°C) to accelerate warmup by up to 50% reducing cold start wear and enabling full power sooner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OEM Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches factory specifications for Golf MK3 MK4 Jetta MK3 Passat B3 B4 and Corrado VR6 with no modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass body with stainless steel spring and pellet for corrosion resistance and reliable operation over 100000 miles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Gasket:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM-style O-ring ensures leak-free seal during installation preventing coolant loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack-Proven Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tested on dyno and race track to hold steady temperatures under extreme loads up to 10000 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with Mishimoto racing radiator or silicone hoses for complete cooling upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush cooling system and use high-performance coolant for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in protective packaging with weight of 0.31 lbs and box dimensions 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.0 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain coolant completely before removal to avoid spills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires basic tools torque wrench and 30 minutes labor OEM bolts 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VR6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1992-1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG60 SLC VR6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2007-2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEos\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVR6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1999-2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuroVan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGLS MV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase 2.8L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA4 Quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Avant 2.8L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998-2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA8 Quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase 4.2L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004-2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTT Quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase 3.2L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1997-2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplorer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLT Limited Eddie Bauer 4.0L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRanger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL XLT Edge 4.0L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995-1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJaguar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXJ6 Vanden Plas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase 4.0L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988-1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXJ6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee application guide for full list\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Mishimoto?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 20 years engineering performance cooling parts for VW Audi enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty on all thermostats covers defects and craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in ISO 9001 facility 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