Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Focus Mk3 Coolant Expansion Tank Bottle 8V61-8K218-DE

Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Focus Mk3 Coolant Expansion Tank Bottle is an original cooling system component from the Expansion tanks group, designed for use in popular Ford models. This used OEM component allows for a technically correct replacement of a worn-out tank while maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the cooling system and proper coolant circulation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V61-8K218-DE
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V61-8K218-DE
• Substitutable numbers: 8V61-8K218-DE, 8V618K218DE, 1717754
• Category: Expansion & Overflow Tanks

Purpose and function in the cooling system

The presented expansion tank is responsible for stabilizing coolant pressure and compensating for its volume changes during engine heating and cooling. A properly selected element from this group ensures:

• maintaining the correct coolant level in the cooling system,
• safe discharge of excess fluid during temperature increases,
• the ability to visually monitor the working medium level,
• consistency with the factory design of the system in the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 and Focus Mk3.

Thanks to the use of an original tank from the Ford range, the cooling system retains the operating characteristics designed by the manufacturer, which promotes stable engine temperature and reduces the risk of overheating.

Benefits of using an original Ford expansion tank

Choosing an OEM component from the Expansion tanks category for a Ford brings a number of practical advantages in daily operation:

• factory fitment to the cooling system mounts and hoses in the given model,
• preservation of the original geometry of the ports and connections,
• compatibility with factory sensors and equipment (if present in the specific vehicle configuration),
• consistent engine bay appearance with other Ford OE elements.

A used, original expansion tank is a solution that allows you to combine technical installation correctness with reasonable repair costs, while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards.

Selection and compatibility of the component

To correctly select the tank for a specific version of the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 or Focus Mk3, it is worth verifying compatibility with the vehicle's equipment and the cooling system used. It is helpful to compare the shape of the housing, the arrangement of the mounts, and the diameters of the ports with the currently installed element.

The product has assigned OEM part numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification in Ford catalogs and professional parts selection systems. If in doubt when matching the component to a specific engine configuration, it is worth using the vehicle's VIN or service documentation.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting original parts by chassis number, the following guide article may be helpful: how to select original used parts for premium cars by VIN number.

Condition, service application, and installation

The offered expansion tank is a used element, which means it comes from dismantling and is intended for further use after positive verification. This type of component works perfectly for standard service repairs when the existing tank has suffered mechanical damage, leakage, or shows signs of material wear.

Replacing the tank in most configurations comes down to disconnecting the hoses, removing the mounts, swapping the element, and re-bleeding the cooling system in accordance with the Ford service procedure. The use of an original component promotes efficient installation without modifications and reduces the risk of leaks resulting from a mismatch of a replacement part.

Expanding repairs within the Ford cooling system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cooling system area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional tanks, auxiliary elements, or related system components, check the available parts in the Ford expansion tanks category.