OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe OFS51

The OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe, part number OFS51, is a thermo fan switch for controlling the operation of electric thermo fan(s). It is listed as a switch in the electrical parts and engine management groups, and is sold as each.

This is an OEX product under the Fuelmiser range, with the brand positioning focused on engine management and OEM/OES sourced parts. The listed warranty is two years, with source details also referring to a 2 year / 40,000 km warranty.

If you are replacing a fan switch, the part number OFS51 and the application details matter most. The fitment information provided references Ford and Ford Capri applications, including Ford Capri model years from 1989 through 1994 in the grouped preview.

Thermo fan switches are used to control when electric cooling fans operate, so matching the correct switch is important. For a like-for-like replacement, compare the part number, the vehicle application, and the original switch details before ordering.

Key Features

• Thermo fan switch for electric thermo fan operation
• OEX brand, Fuelmiser range
• Part number: OFS51
• Sold individually as each
• Listed under electrical parts and engine management
• Two year warranty

Specifications

• Type: Switch
• Unit of measure: Each
• Brand: OEX
• Description: OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe
• Part No.: OFS51
• Product group 1: Electrical Parts
• Product group 2: Engine Management
• Warranty: Two Years

Verified fitment guidance

• Ford Capri
• Ford Capri 1989
• Ford Capri 1990
• Ford Capri 1991
• Ford Capri 1992
• Ford Capri 1993
• Ford Capri 1994
• Ford

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, confirm the existing fan switch or the required replacement part number matches OFS51. The supplied application data references Ford and Ford Capri, with Ford Capri model years shown in the grouped preview from 1989 through 1994, so matching the vehicle and year is an important first check.

Because this is a thermo fan switch, its role is to control electric thermo fan operation rather than to serve as a general sensor or relay. If your vehicle has symptoms such as the fan not coming on or operating incorrectly, the switch is one of the electrical parts that may need inspection, but diagnosis should still be based on the vehicle’s original setup and the correct part number.

The warranty information provided is two years, with a separate source note referring to a 2 year / 40,000 km warranty. If warranty coverage is important to your purchase, check the exact terms that apply at checkout and keep your invoice details. As with any electrical engine management part, confirming the original application before fitting helps avoid unnecessary returns.

For best results, compare the old switch, the connector style if visible, and the application details in your vehicle. The listed information identifies the product as an OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe, part number OFS51, so those identifiers should be your main reference points when assessing compatibility.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number OFS51 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type SWITCH, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty Two Years, Product Group 1 ELECTRICAL PARTS, Part No. OFS51, Brand OEX, Description OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe, Product Group 2 ENGINE MANAGEMENT.

OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe. Part number OFS51 should be checked first. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

For part number OFS51, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a switch in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed electrical specification should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990, FORD CAPRI 1991. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

The listed warranty is Two Years. Warranty terms should be considered alongside correct application and part identification, as warranty does not replace fitment confirmation.

Compatibility note: Confirm fitment using part number OFS51 and the vehicle application details provided. Do not rely on vehicle make alone; match the exact model and year information and compare the original part before purchase.

FAQ

What is this part used for?

It is a thermo fan switch designed to control the operation of electric thermo fan(s). For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What is the part number?

The listed part number is OFS51. For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What brand is it?

The brand is OEX, and it is described as OEX Thermatic Fan Switch OES Europe. For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

How is it sold?

It is sold as each, with unit of measure listed as each. For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What warranty is listed?

The listed warranty is two years. A source note also refers to a 2 year / 40,000 km warranty. For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What fitment information is provided?

The supplied fitment references Ford and Ford Capri applications, with Ford Capri model years shown in the grouped preview from 1989 through 1994. For this listing, part number OFS51 is the main reference point. Published fitment references include FORD CAPRI, FORD CAPRI 1989, FORD CAPRI 1990. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.