Parts for your 2006 Ford Falcon-Thermostat housing

2006 Ford Falcon thermostat housing — what it does and how to look after it

Yes, the 2006 Ford Falcon uses a thermostat housing. Ford’s BA/BF Falcon Workshop Manual (Section 303‑03 Engine Cooling) and the Ford Microcat parts catalogue list a “thermostat and water outlet/thermostat housing” for both the 4.0‑litre Barra inline‑six and the 5.4‑litre V8. Ellery’s BA–BF repair manual shows the same arrangement and replacement procedure, confirming it’s a serviceable component on this model.

On the BF Falcon, the thermostat housing anchors the thermostat in place, seals coolant passages, and provides the outlet neck for the lower radiator hose. It also helps guide coolant flow from the engine to the radiator, keeping operating temperature steady for good performance and economy. Most six‑cylinder BF models run a moulded composite/plastic housing