1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls

Essential 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls

Carquest Premium – A/C Liquid Line Hose Assembly w/ Captured Orifice Tube (Part No.T55720)

A/C Liquid Line Hose Assembly w/ Captured Orifice Tube

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$43.99
Carquest Hose Assemblies are designed to carry refrigerant in an air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • 100% of hose assemblies use Goodyear hoses that meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness and permeation.
  • Tubes and mufflers are designed to meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness.
  • Fittings are designed to couple and seal to eliminate leaks. Trivalent plating is used on steel fittings to enhance corrosion resistance. The fittings conform to original equipment specifications to allow for the proper fit with related air conditioning
  • Welds and crimps meet and exceed original equipment tension specifications.
  • Manufactured to allow flexibility in the hose to conform to engine compartments.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – HVAC Blower Motor Resistor (Part No.20322)

HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

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$49.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Precision engineered
  • OE style connectors
  • Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Carquest Premium – Engine Cooling Fan Switch (Part No.TFA1049)

Engine Cooling Fan Switch

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$32.49
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Felpro – Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal (Part No.35361)

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

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$1.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Carquest Premium – Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler (Part No.431396)

Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler

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$241.99
Carquest Premium radiators are designed and engineered for maximum performance, using the highest-grade materials to ensure all radiators meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) fit, form and function. Carquest Premium radiators are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Most modern vehicles use radiators with plastic tanks and our parts are engineered with integrated ribbing to prevent damage during thermal cycling. Carquest Premium radiators are also 100% tested to ensure a durable, leak-free cooling system repair.

Product Features:
  • Thermal tested under real-life temperature simulations
  • High tensile strength aluminum for maximum crimp strength
  • Plastic tanks are engineered with integrated ribbing for added strength to withstand cracks, bowing and distortion during thermal cycles
  • Thermal expansion slots extend core life and reduce failure rates by allowing improved core expansion and contraction during systematic heat cycles
  • Oil cooler designs meet or exceed OE standards, keeping the vehicle’s engine and transmission performing at optimal conditions
  • OEM grade, premium fittings for transmission or engine oil coolers (where applicable)
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Carquest Premium – Temperature Sender With Gauge and Thread Sealant (Part No.WTC1021)

Temperature Sender With Gauge and Thread Sealant

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$15.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1331)

A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector

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$10.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Dorman – Electrical Harness – 2-Wire Compressor (Part No.85152)

Electrical Harness - 2-Wire Compressor

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$19.29
This HVAC clutch coil connector is designed to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this HVAC clutch coil connector matches the appearance and function of the factory hardware on specified applications
  • Ideal solution – this connector is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Motorad – Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees (Part No.4818KT)

Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees

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$16.99
Kit includes thermostat, housing, and all necessary seals/gaskets to do the complete job. These individual parts are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat and housing will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Carquest Premium – Heater Core (Part No.399023)

Heater Core

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$35.49
Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications. Carquest Premium provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability. Carquest Premium offers certified heater cores that meet or exceed OE specifications and are all fitment checked in the actual vehicle’s HVAC heater module and are, thus, ready to be installed right out of the box for a “Drop-In Fit”. Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.

Product Features:
  • All heater cores are designed and tested to match or exceed OE specifications for form, fit and performance with a clear focus on obtaining the highest heat transfer performance possible through use of quality materials and manufacturing processes to ensu
  • Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.
  • Provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability.
  • Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications.
  • Our advanced engineering methods coupled with our innovative manufacturing technology provides products to the aftermarket that meet or exceed form, fit, and function of OEM Parts
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Carquest Premium – Air Charge Temperature Sensor (Part No.WTA1073)

Air Charge Temperature Sensor

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$25.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: Without Wheel (Part No.35500)

Blower Motor: Without Wheel

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$45.49
Carquest Premium Blower Motors are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile A/C experience, fix it once and fix it right with Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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KAI – Rad/Condenser Fan Assembly (Part No.FO3115204)

Rad/Condenser Fan Assembly

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$157.99
New Platinum Pro Radiator And Condenser Fan Assembly , 2.3 Liter Turbo

Product Features:
  • 2.3 Liter Turbo, Made Of Plastic
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Factory Air – New York & Tecumseh HR980 Radial Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.47847)

New York & Tecumseh HR980 Radial Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$251.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • Every coil tested for proper ohms
  • Vehicle specific applications
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Permatex – The Right Stuff: Grey, 90 Minute Gasket Maker, 3 OZ (Part No.34328)

The Right Stuff: Grey, 90 Minute Gasket Maker, 3 OZ

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$17.49
Permatex’s The Right Stuff 90 Minute Series offers the fastest return to service in a in just 90 minute! This leak-proof, elastomeric “Formed-in-place” material is more reliable and longer lasting than pre-cut gaskets. It is blowout resistant and protects against leaks and seepage caused by vibration and thermal expansion. The Right Stuff 90 Minute Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications and is formulated to meet or exceed performance standards for long-term sealability, durability and handling.

Product Features:
  • Designed to perform under higher torque loads associated with engines having closely spaced bolt patterns
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive, RTV silicone
  • Protects against leaks caused by vibration and thermal expansion
  • Meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets
  • Quickly returns vehicle to service in just 90 minutes
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Dorman – Help – Water Pump Stud Kit (Part No.23744)

Water Pump Stud Kit

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$13.29
This engine water pump stud kit is designed to match the original hardware required to repair the water pump on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine water pump stud kit is designed to match the original hardware required to repair the water pump on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original hardware that is missing or damaged
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Carquest Premium – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.RAA1739)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$29.49
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Discharge Line Hose Assembly (Part No.T55703)

A/C Discharge Line Hose Assembly

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$37.99
Carquest Hose Assemblies are designed to carry refrigerant in an air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • 100% of hose assemblies use Goodyear hoses that meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness and permeation.
  • Tubes and mufflers are designed to meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness.
  • Fittings are designed to couple and seal to eliminate leaks. Trivalent plating is used on steel fittings to enhance corrosion resistance. The fittings conform to original equipment specifications to allow for the proper fit with related air conditioning
  • Welds and crimps meet and exceed original equipment tension specifications.
  • Manufactured to allow flexibility in the hose to conform to engine compartments.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap: 16 PSI (Part No.10331)

Radiator Cap: 16 PSI

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$16.79
Crafted to meet the exact specifications set by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), these products are engineered for effortless installation and removal. Constructed from premium-grade components, incorporating proper relief and vacuum valves, they ensure optimal performance even in the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Rigorously quality-tested, these components provide exceptional, out-of-the-box performance and superior durability to meet or exceed the highest standards of today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Safety lever to vent coolant pressure before removal
  • Maintains proper cooling system pressure
  • Easy installation and removal
  • 100% tested to ensure proper pressure and longevity
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Carquest Premium – A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector (Part No.PTA2073)

A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector

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$34.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Permatex – Ultra Grey RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 13 OZ (Part No.82195)

Ultra Grey RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 13 OZ

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$26.99
Permatex Ultra Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications. Ultra Grey offers a sensor-safe, low odor, non-corrosive formula and is OEM specified to fit dealership warranty requirements. This high performance gasket maker meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets and can be used on high torque and vibration applications such as valve covers, water pump, intake manifold end seals ad thermostat housings.

Product Features:
  • High torque and rigidity
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive formula
  • OEM specified
  • Low-odor, non-corrosive formula
  • Ideal for closed spaced bolt patterns
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Carquest Premium – Reverse Rotation Blower Motor Wheel (Part No.35528)

Reverse Rotation Blower Motor Wheel

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$11.49
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Durable Plastic Material
  • Meets all requirements of international standard ISO 140
  • Suitable for a wide variety of applications
  • Retainer clip installation
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Felpro – Engine Water Pump Gasket (Part No.35414)

Engine Water Pump Gasket

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$5.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Carquest – A/C Compressor Clutch Relay (Part No.R3189)

A/C Compressor Clutch Relay

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$28.05
BWD is an aftermarket leader, providing a premium line of engine management products. BWD manufactures and distributes high technology critical components for late model domestic and import vehicles. BWD is constantly evolving to give customers the competitive edge they need to compete in today’s ever-changing marketplace.

Product Features:
  • Premium components and our own manufactured circuit board ensure precise operation, reliability, and extra durability for a longer service life
  • Our electronic voltage regulator PC boards are encapsulated in epoxy to deliver improved performance and resistance to failure that may be caused by vibration and corrosion of electrical connections
  • All parts are manufactured to stringent quality requirements. Our plants are TS16949 and ISO9001 certified which ensures that every part is the right part for the right vehicle.
  • BWD is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, complete quality control is maintained through the manufacturing process from componentry to finished product
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Carquest Premium – Standard Thermostat: 205 Degrees (Part No.13352)

Standard Thermostat: 205 Degrees

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$10.49
Carquest Premium Thermostats are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Factory Air – System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch (Part No.36676)

System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch

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$26.49
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Factory Air – Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/o Orifice Tube (Part No.16149)

Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/o Orifice Tube

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$21.99
Optimized refrigerant flow; Core design meets or exceeds OE performance And efficiency; Application specific design for GM And Ford vehicles; Replaces damaged evaporator inlet tube
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Autopart International Inc – A/C Compressor (Part No.R10003199512API)

A/C Compressor

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$243.65
A/C Compressor

Popular 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls Categories

1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls

You count on your 1988 Ford Mustang to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Cooling and Climate Controls. With 157 Cooling and Climate Controls ranging in price from $0.99 to $617.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1988 Ford Mustang.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Cooling and Climate Controls brand, we stock 24 different brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, and Felpro. 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls start as low as $0.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Cooling and Climate Controls is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 3,866 extensive product reviews on 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls. Some of the top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls products we carry are Electric Fan – 12" Diameter with 3.5 stars and Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control with 4.8 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Cooling and Climate Controls from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Cooling and Climate Controls inventory for your 1988 Ford Mustang below to get started!

Top-Rated Cooling and Climate Controls Brands For Your 1988 Ford Mustang

Trusted Cooling and Climate Controls OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1988 Ford Mustang running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, Felpro, and even more.

Popular Motorad UltraStats Cooling and Climate Controls

You’ll find popular Motorad UltraStats brand products across Engine Cooling Parts. All are waiting to get your 1988 Ford Mustang back on the road. Some of the top-rated Motorad UltraStats products in these categories are:
Thermostat: 192 Degrees
from $14.29
(1)
Thermostat: 192 Degrees
Thermostats

Top-Rated Carquest Premium Cooling and Climate Controls


If Carquest Premium are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Carquest Premium brand Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1988 Ford Mustang, and some of our most reviewed Carquest Premium parts include:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $9.79
(260)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
A/C Blue Orifice Tube
from $4.99
(97)
A/C Blue Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.99
(97)
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes

FAQs for 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls

What are the most purchased Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1988 Ford Mustang?

Out of 157 Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1988 Ford Mustang, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
from $6.99
(288)
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Water Pump Gaskets
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $16.79
(91)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
from $2.99
(51)
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
Thermostat and Water Outlet Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1988 Ford Mustang Cooling and Climate Controls?

Top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1988 Ford Mustang based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
from $94.99
(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
“good”
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
from $22.99
(35)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
“good price, but does not come with knob to set temp”
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
from $55.99
(33)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
“If you read the instructions it’s pretty self explanatory.”