2005 Acura RSX 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 2005 Acura RSX 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 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

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2005 Acura RSX, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes FEL-PRO 36022, MAHLE / CLEVITE C32045 and VICTOR REINZ 417634500.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose Connector / Flange. 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 2005 Acura RSX — ELRING 927280.

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

3 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2005 Acura RSX, from DORMAN, GPD and TECHPRO.

This group includes DORMAN 603243, GPD 2411303 and TECHPRO AC3014100.

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 2005 Acura RSX, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0207, DORMAN 54227 and MOTORAD T165.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2005 Acura RSX.

Listed part numbers: 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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2005 Acura RSX come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and GATES.

This group includes 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

13 Radiator parts for the 2005 Acura RSX come from 10 brands — FVP, OSC, UAC and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 2965.

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 2005 Acura RSX 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 2005 Acura RSX — DORMAN 490216.

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

8 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2005 Acura RSX, from FOUR SEASONS, DORMAN, GPD and 4 other brands. DORMAN 621068 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DORMAN and GPD. A representative part number is DORMAN 621068.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from FOUR SEASONS, TYC, ACKOJA and 2 other brands. TYC 600600 is listed in this group.

This group includes DORMAN 621068, GPD 2811297 and TYC 600600 and the remaining parts above.

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

5 Radiator Fan Motor parts for the 2005 Acura RSX come from 3 brands — TYC, FOUR SEASONS and VDO / CONTINENTAL. The "Popular" part is TYC 630840.

This group includes TYC 630840, FOUR SEASONS 75756 and FOUR SEASONS 75750 and the remaining parts above.