---
product_id: 10035063
title: "Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap"
brand: "gates"
price: "199 kr"
currency: NOK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Gates"
url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/10035063-gates-31516-safety-release-radiator-cap
store_origin: NO
region: Norway
---

# Safety release lever prevents burns Accurate pressure control Heavy-gauge corrosion-resistant metal Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap

**Brand:** gates
**Price:** 199 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Stay Cool, Stay Safe — The Radiator Cap That Works as Hard as You Do!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap by gates
- **How much does it cost?** 199 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/10035063-gates-31516-safety-release-radiator-cap)

## Best For

- gates enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gates brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Safety First:** Innovative safety release lever vents steam safely, protecting you from accidental burns.
- • **Built to Last:** Crafted from heavy-gauge, corrosion-resistant metal for unmatched durability.
- • **Streamlined Inventory:** Reduces your parts inventory needs with a reliable, multi-application fit.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with or without coolant recovery systems—versatility at its best.
- • **Precision Pressure Control:** Ensures your radiator maintains optimal pressure for peak engine performance.

## Overview

The Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap is a vehicle-specific, heavy-gauge metal cap designed to provide precise pressure control and enhanced safety. Featuring a corrosion-resistant finish and a safety release lever that vents steam through the overflow tube, it protects against accidental burns and fits cars and utility terrain vehicles with or without coolant recovery systems. Trusted by professionals, it reduces inventory complexity while ensuring long-lasting performance.

## Description

All Gates radiator pressure caps are constructed of corrosion-resistant, heavy-gauge metal

Review: Good product - Fits perfectly and most important the safety release. Good product
Review: Works and fits 1998 Chevy C2500 Cheyenne 5.7 Vortex liter engine - Works and fits 1998 Chevy C2500 Cheyenne 5.7 Vortex liter engine

## Features

- Assures long service life and accurate control of pressure
- Can be used for applications with or without coolant recovery systems
- Inventory requirements are dramatically reduced
- Safety release lever
- Protects against accidental burns by releasing steam through overflow tube

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000C2WESC |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,230 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #19 in Automotive Replacement Radiator Caps |
| Brand | Gates |
| Brand Name | Gates |
| Closure Type | Twist-On |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car, Utility Terrain Vehicles |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 562 Reviews |
| Exterior Finish | Machined |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00072053114898 |
| Included Components | Radiator Closure Cap |
| Item Highlight | Replaces RL-17 RL-21 RL-42 RL-43 3-S-17 861854 RC-115 3-EF-17 3-EG-17 82830 82831 SP31 10331 11331 33014 33015 33063 46015. |
| Item Type Name | Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap |
| Item Weight | 0.27 g |
| Manufacturer | Gates |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 31516 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Please contact retailer/seller for assistance |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Number | 31516 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| OEM Equivalent Part Number | 861854 |
| Style | Safety |
| Style Name | Safety |
| UPC | 072053114898 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Vehicle Service Type | Car, Utility Terrain Vehicles |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Gates
- **Color:** Silver
- **Exterior Finish:** Machined
- **Material:** Metal
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Car, Utility Terrain Vehicles

## Images

![Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811-g9A1PtL.jpg)
![Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91BAEag1k-L.jpg)
![Gates 31516 Safety Release Radiator Cap - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Ul4vFiv9L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by P***S on May 23, 2026*

Fits perfectly and most important the safety release. Good product

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works and fits 1998 Chevy C2500 Cheyenne 5.7 Vortex liter engine
*by W***Y on May 28, 2026*

Works and fits 1998 Chevy C2500 Cheyenne 5.7 Vortex liter engine

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ remember you have to lift the pressure release to turn it to seal
*by C***R on August 27, 2026*

just what i needed stopped my leaky cap which was the original cap

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*Product available on Desertcart Norway*
*Store origin: NO*
*Last updated: 2026-09-17*