1997 Acura TL Cooling System Parts

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. Read more

18 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits both the 2.5L L5 and the 3.2L V6.

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 2 other brands supply 8 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE ZXEL1.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

5 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 4 brands — CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO, DAYCO and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 14001S, CONTINENTAL 63712 and CONTINENTAL 64310, plus the other parts above.

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. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura TL — AJUSA 16022400.

This table covers the overflow / expansion tanks that hold extra coolant. Read more

3 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from TECHPRO and VARIOUS MFR. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes TECHPRO AC3014106 and TECHPRO AC3014113 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. 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. Read more

2 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from CALORSTAT and DORMAN. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 TL.

This group includes CALORSTAT RC0175 and DORMAN 54370.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 1997 Acura TL. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 TL.

This group includes US MOTOR WORKS 16749, US MOTOR WORKS 16789 and US MOTOR WORKS 16795.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

7 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD 3124. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD 3124, MOTORAD 3121 and GATES 31428, plus the other parts above.

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. Read more

14 Radiator parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 11 brands — TECHPRO, GPD, FAMOUS BRAND and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 2598.

The Economy section: 7 options from TECHPRO, GPD, FAMOUS BRAND and 1 other brand. FAMOUS BRAND 431509 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from CSF, TYC, AGILITY and 4 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 2598.

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. Read more

14 Radiator Cap parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 5 brands — MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, GATES and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 4514. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 8 are engine-specific.

In the Locking Replacement grade, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and GATES supply 4 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: 10 parts, from CSF, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 4514.

This table covers the petcocks used to drain the radiator. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura TL — DORMAN 490216.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from NISSENS and UAC.

Part numbers include NISSENS 85043 and UAC FA50222C.

This table covers the Radiator Fan motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

8 Radiator Fan Motor parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 4 brands — FOUR SEASONS, VDO / CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FOUR SEASONS 35407. 1 part fits every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.

This group includes FOUR SEASONS 35407, VDO / CONTINENTAL PM3777 and ACDELCO 1580408 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

15 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, GATES and 1 other brand. DAYCO 81041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is DAYCO 81041.

The Standard Replacement section: 12 options from DAYCO, GATES, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 71292 is listed in this group.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

24 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 15 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, SKP, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK1580154. 23 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

The Economy section: 9 options from SKP, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. SKP SK1580154 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 15 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, ROSTRA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 7 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580154.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

17 Thermostat parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, JAPANESE OE and 6 other brands. MOTORAD 5302170 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from MOTORAD — rated for severe service. MOTORAD 5302170 is listed in this group.

The Premium section: 2 options from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7302170 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 13 options from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, JAPANESE OE and 6 other brands. AISIN THH017 is listed in this group.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. 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. Read more

14 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 1997 Acura TL come from 11 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 0390115.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from GPD, DORMAN, FAMOUS BRAND and 2 other brands. GPD 8241401 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from GPD, DORMAN and FAMOUS BRAND. A representative part number is GPD 8241401.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from FOUR SEASONS and MOTORAD. FOUR SEASONS 85310 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GPD 8241401, DORMAN 9025067 and FAMOUS BRAND 85310, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

7 Water Pump parts are listed for the 1997 Acura TL, from FAMOUS BRAND, AIRTEX, US MOTOR WORKS and 4 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 160066041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND, AIRTEX and US MOTOR WORKS. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 160066041.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GMB, BOSCH, DAYCO and 1 other brand. GMB 1352220 is listed in this group.

This group includes FAMOUS BRAND 160066041, AIRTEX AW9348 and US MOTOR WORKS US9348 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: APEX AWP3150.

This table covers the Water Pump Seal O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura TL — AJUSA 00794200.