{"product_id":"performance-thermostat-housing-kit-for-dodge-avenger-2008-2014-2-4l","title":"Performance Thermostat Housing Kit for Dodge Avenger (2008-2014) 2.4L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Thermostat Housing Kit for 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger (JS)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Thermostat Housing Kit replaces the fragile factory plastic coolant manifold on the 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger to eliminate recurrent coolant leaks and maintain stable engine operating temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Avenger Plastic Housing Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory \u003cstrong\u003eJS\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis Dodge Avenger equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e2.4L World Engine (EDG)\u003c\/strong\u003e relies on a molded composite plastic thermostat housing that routinely degrades under continuous thermal cycling. Over tens of thousands of thermal expansion and contraction cycles, the OEM nylon housing suffers plasticizer migration, causing warping along the mounting flange and micro-fractures near the sensor ports and hose necks. This structural breakdown results in pressurized coolant loss, system depressurization, air pocket formation, and sudden spikes in cylinder head temperatures that risk head gasket failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgraded assembly replaces failure-prone composite with high-density cast aluminum to deliver structural rigidity and superior resistance to heat distortion. Machined mating surfaces provide a true planar seal against the engine block, preventing pressure bleed and gasket extrusion. The kit incorporates a pre-installed, calibrated thermostat for precise thermal regulation, an integrated engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor to deliver clean telemetry to the PCM, and automotive-grade elastomer seals to ensure an airtight hydraulic circuit capable of withstanding severe cooling system pressures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Thermostat Housing Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Coolant Temperature Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Housing Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 O-Rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2008-2014 Dodge Avenger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2.4L World Engine (EDG) \/ JS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e173 hp \/ 166 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008-2014 Dodge Avenger 2.4L L4 (SE, SXT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the JS Avenger?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e2.4L World Engine (EDG)\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit 2.7L, 3.5L, or 3.6L Pentastar V6 models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installing this housing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you must perform a complete cooling system vacuum bleed or manual burp procedure to clear trapped air pockets from the cylinder head after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Caliber \u0026amp; Avenger Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle high-stress daily driving and heat soak, this aluminum cooling upgrade eliminates the primary thermodynamic failure point of modern Chrysler midsize platforms, ensuring dependable daily operation under heavy load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67545427345656,"sku":"DS-EXLFSTE23","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-thermostat-housing-kit-for-dodge-avenger-2008-2014-2-4l-1.jpg?v=1790723862","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-thermostat-housing-kit-for-dodge-avenger-2008-2014-2-4l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}