2002 Acura RL 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

16 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2002 Acura RL 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, PRESTONE, PEAK 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, BECK/ARNLEY, VALVOLINE, AISIN and 2 other brands supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.

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

This group shows a single part: CONTINENTAL 63100.

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

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — TECHPRO AC3014113.

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

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0175, DORMAN 54370 and MOTORAD T135.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

4 Cooling Fan Control Module parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from US MOTOR WORKS and WELLS.

This group includes US MOTOR WORKS 16749, US MOTOR WORKS 16789 and US MOTOR WORKS 16795 and the remaining parts above.

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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and GATES.

Part numbers include GATES 31409, MOTORAD 3124 and MOTORAD 3125.

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

9 Radiator parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 9 brands — CSF, KOYORAD, AGILITY and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 2448.

Part numbers include CSF 2448, KOYORAD A1912 and AGILITY 8011912, among others listed above.

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

6 Radiator Cap parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — MOTORAD, CSF, GATES and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 4514.

In the Locking Replacement grade, MOTORAD supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOTORAD ST37.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from CSF, GATES, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 4514.

Part numbers include CSF 4514, MOTORAD ST37 and GATES 31412, among others listed above.

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

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — DORMAN 490216.

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

This group shows a single part: VDO / CONTINENTAL PM2801.

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

10 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 81041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is DAYCO 81041.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from DAYCO, ACDELCO, CONTINENTAL 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

23 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 15 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, SKP, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK1580154.

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: 14 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER 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

16 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from MOTORAD, GATES, BECK/ARNLEY and 6 other brands. MOTORAD 5302170 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

The Premium section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7302170 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 13 options from MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY, CALORSTAT 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

12 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 10 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 7 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 2002 Acura RL, from GPD, DORMAN, FAMOUS BRAND and 2 other brands. GPD 8241507 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from GPD, DORMAN and FAMOUS BRAND. A representative part number is GPD 8241507.

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

Listed part numbers: GPD 8241507, 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

6 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from FVP, US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX and 2 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US9354 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX and FVP. A representative part number is US MOTOR WORKS US9354.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from GATES, FVP and GMB. GATES 43133 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include US MOTOR WORKS US9354 and AIRTEX AW9354, among others listed 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

3 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 3 brands — APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWP3150, MAHLE / CLEVITE K32450 and VICTOR REINZ 711603400.

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 2002 Acura RL — AJUSA 00794200.