The 1992 Acura Vigor has 43 cooling system parts with verified fitment on this page — 8 part types and 20 brands, covering the 2.5L L5 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The cooling system system on the 1992 Acura Vigor keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses. The largest groups are Coolant / Antifreeze (20 parts), Radiator Cap (6 parts) and Radiator (5 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 12 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L5 — the only engine offered in the 1992 Acura Vigor.
The most listed brands for 1992 Acura Vigor cooling system parts are PRESTONE (6 parts), PEAK (4 parts) and VALVOLINE (4 parts), plus 17 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Premium.
7 parts on this 1992 Acura Vigor page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including FVP MV5050GAL (Coolant / Antifreeze) and FVP RAD1277 (Radiator). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Coolant / Antifreeze
Compatible With All Colors
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE | AF3055 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Prime YellowAll Vehicles | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular | MV5050GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended LifeAll Makes / All Models | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | BQA1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Blue Mountain Long LifeAll Vehicle | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AF3100 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Prime Yellow - All VehiclesExtended Life | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 719009 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Multi-Vehicle Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular | AF2100 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles10yr/300k mi | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PKP1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles Antifreeze1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PXA1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1 GallonGlobal Lifetime | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AF6310 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | MAX Original EquipmentAsian Blue | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AFMAX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Universal1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | ZXEL1 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Dex-Cool Orange1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Popular | 861398 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Asian Vehicle Blue1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| AISIN | ACB003 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | BlueHOAT | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 2521501 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium Extra Life BlueAsian | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 2521001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| FVP | GREEN5050GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Low Silicate Blend1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK | PAB1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OET Asian Extended Life Blue1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PENTOSIN | 8115207 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pentofrost A31 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AF3300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Prime Conventional Green 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 675130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Asian Vehicle Red1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator.
20 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.
In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.
The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PEAK, PRESTONE and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.
In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 5 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.
In the Standard Replacement grade, VALVOLINE, BECK/ARNLEY, AISIN and 4 other brands supply 10 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE ZXEL1.
Coolant Hose / Pipe
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 16197M | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold / Professional90 Degree Molded | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 63712 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length 15" | View on Amazon |
| GATES | 28461 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 90 Degree Molded1/2" x 16" (4" x 12") | View on Amazon |
This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit.
3 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, CONTINENTAL and GATES.
Part numbers include ACDELCO 16197M, CONTINENTAL 63712 and GATES 28461.
Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA | 16022400 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | COOLANT PIPE | View on Amazon |
| AJUSA | 16022450 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | COOLANT PIPE | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
AJUSA supplies both parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor.
This group includes AJUSA 16022400 and AJUSA 16022450.
Cooling Fan Control Module
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US MOTOR WORKS | 16789 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Better Control | View on Amazon |
| US MOTOR WORKS | 16795 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Best Control | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules.
US MOTOR WORKS supplies both parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor.
This group includes US MOTOR WORKS 16789 and US MOTOR WORKS 16795.
Cooling System Tester Adapter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GATES | 31428 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | May Require Spacer Number 31416 | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 3121 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardRadiator Cap Adapter | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | 3122 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Standard | View on Amazon |
| STANT | 12021 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Radiator Cap/Cooling System Tester Adapter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system.
4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT.
This group includes GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122 and the remaining parts above.
Radiator
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TECHPRO | AC3010129 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Manual Trans | View on Amazon |
| TECHPRO | AC3010130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Automatic trans. | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular | RAD1277 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| AGILITY | 8011277 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| OSC | 1277 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap.
5 Radiator parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor come from 4 brands — TECHPRO, FVP, AGILITY and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FVP RAD1277.
The Economy section: 2 options from TECHPRO. TECHPRO AC3010129 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from FVP, AGILITY and OSC. A representative part number is FVP RAD1277.
Part numbers include FVP RAD1277, TECHPRO AC3010129 and TECHPRO AC3010130, among others listed above.
Radiator Cap
Locking Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CALORSTAT | RC0212 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PerformanceIncludes 2 seals | View on Amazon |
| GATES | 31534 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Safety Release Radiator Cap | View on Amazon |
| MOTORAD | ST16R | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Safety LeverIndicator Markings Color: Blue, Red | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORAD Popular | T16R | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardIndicator Markings Color: Silver | View on Amazon |
| SKP Popular | SK10233 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pressure Rating 16 psi | View on Amazon |
| GATES | 31336 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OE Type | View on Amazon |
This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
6 Radiator Cap parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor come from 4 brands — GATES, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T16R.
In the Locking Replacement grade, CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is CALORSTAT RC0212.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP and GATES. A representative part number is MOTORAD T16R.
Part numbers include MOTORAD T16R, CALORSTAT RC0212 and GATES 31534, among others listed above.
Radiator Drain Petcock
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 490216 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PlasticScrew-In Type | View on Amazon |
This table covers the petcocks used to drain the radiator.
One part is listed for the 1992 Acura Vigor — DORMAN 490216.
Buying Cooling System Parts for a 1992 Acura Vigor
On this vehicle, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses.
- Confirm you have the 2.5L L5 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Coolant / Antifreeze and Radiator Cap .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cooling system parts fit the 1992 Acura Vigor?
Our catalog currently lists 43 cooling system parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor across 8 subcategories and 20 brands, covering the 2.5L L5 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of cooling system problems on a 1992 Acura Vigor?
Common symptoms include a rising temperature gauge in traffic, sweet-smelling steam, crusty deposits around hose clamps, or a heater that blows cold. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1992 Acura Vigor was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1992 Acura Vigor?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L5 engine. Then replace coolant with the exact specification the manufacturer calls for — mixing chemistries can gel and block small passages. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
Other Parts for the 1992 Acura Vigor
Cooling System Parts for Other Acura Vigor Years
Switch vehicle or jump to a subcategory
Manufacturer names, model designations and part numbers are used for identification and fitment reference only. AutoFactsDB is an independent catalog and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer displayed on this page.