{"product_id":"sierra-18-3676-marine-thermostat-kit-140f-replaces-volvo-penta-3852071-and-3852111-fits-7-4l-and-8-2l-engines","title":"Sierra 18-3676 Thermostat Kit for OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0L I\/O Cooling Systems (1994-97)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-3676 Thermostat Kit is a replacement cooling system thermostat kit built for OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0 L I\/O engines from the 1994-97 model years. It is designed to restore correct engine operating temperature control on the raw water and closed cooling circuits found on these sterndrive applications. The kit is also intended for use as a replacement thermostat kit on other OMC and Volvo engine and stern drive cooling systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra builds this kit to meet or exceed the original equipment part it replaces, so it installs and functions the same way as the factory thermostat it is servicing. The kit includes a single diameter hose as part of the assembly, keeping the cooling circuit connection consistent with the OEM design. Sierra supplies OEM engine manufacturers and boat builders with cooling system parts, and the 18-3676 kit is manufactured to that same quality standard for the aftermarket and repair channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis thermostat kit is a straightforward maintenance-interval or diagnostic-repair item for boat owners and marine technicians working on OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0 L I\/O cooling systems, restoring proper thermostat function so the engine reaches and holds its correct operating temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-3676\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermostat Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHose Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single diameter hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O - OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra Cooling System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Displacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1994-97\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacement thermostat kit for OMC and Volvo engines and stern drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.15 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282148232\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 00808282148232\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eI\/O - OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra, 5.0 L, 1994-97\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat engines does the Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit is built for I\/O OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0 L engines from the 1994-97 model years, and is also intended as a replacement thermostat kit for other OMC and Volvo engine and stern drive cooling systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-3676 kit include a hose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit includes a single diameter hose as part of the assembly, matching the connection design used on the cooling circuit it services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit weighs 0.15 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-3676 an OEM-equivalent part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra manufactures the 18-3676 thermostat kit to meet or exceed the original equipment part it replaces, so it is built as a direct OEM-equivalent replacement rather than a generic substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the UPC for the Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit carries UPC 808282148232 and GTIN 00808282148232.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this thermostat kit be used on Volvo Penta engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3676 is intended for use as a replacement thermostat kit for OMC and Volvo engines and stern drives, in addition to its OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0 L I\/O application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat system does the 18-3676 thermostat kit service?\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit services the cooling system on I\/O OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra applications, restoring proper thermostat regulation of engine operating temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a warranty included with the Sierra 18-3676?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sierra 18-3676 thermostat kit is backed by a limited warranty from Sierra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy replace a marine thermostat kit like the 18-3676?\u003c\/strong\u003e A worn or stuck thermostat can cause an I\/O engine to run too cold or overheat, so replacing it with a kit like the Sierra 18-3676 restores correct operating temperature control on OMC Sterndrive\/Cobra 5.0 L cooling systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-3676 a complete kit or just the thermostat?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3676 is sold as a thermostat kit, packaged with a single diameter hose rather than the thermostat alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988161638619,"sku":"SIE-18-3676","price":32.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-3676_lg__34688.1558125369.500.750.jpg?v=1785189153","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-3676-marine-thermostat-kit-140f-replaces-volvo-penta-3852071-and-3852111-fits-7-4l-and-8-2l-engines","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}