2005 Acura TSX 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 TSX 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

2 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2005 Acura TSX come from 2 brands — CONTINENTAL and DAYCO.

Part numbers include CONTINENTAL 63812 and DAYCO 80401.

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 TSX, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 36022, MAHLE / CLEVITE C32045 and VICTOR REINZ 417634500.

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

One part is listed for the 2005 Acura TSX — TECHPRO AC3014109.

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 TSX, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

This group includes CALORSTAT RC0175, DORMAN 54370 and MOTORAD T135.

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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2005 Acura TSX 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

9 Radiator parts for the 2005 Acura TSX come from 9 brands — CSF, DENSO, AGILITY and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3366.

This group includes CSF 3366, DENSO 2213236 and AGILITY 8012966 and the remaining parts 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 2005 Acura TSX 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.

This group includes CSF 4514, MOTORAD ST37 and GATES 31412 and the remaining parts above.

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

One part is listed for the 2005 Acura TSX — DORMAN 490216.

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

10 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2005 Acura TSX, from SKP, DORMAN, GPD and 6 other brands. DORMAN 620260 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from SKP, DORMAN and GPD. A representative part number is DORMAN 620260.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from ACKOJA, AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. ACKOJA A26010006 is listed in this group.

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: TYC 630840.

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

8 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2005 Acura TSX, from DAYCO, GATES, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 71610 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes DAYCO 71610, GATES 23305 and ACDELCO 24614L and the remaining parts above.

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

17 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2005 Acura TSX come from 15 brands — HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, SKP and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK5S1529.

The Economy section: 6 options from HOLSTEIN, SKP, GPD and 2 other brands. SKP SK5S1529 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI, HELLA and 8 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580811.

This table covers the Temperature Sender / Sensor 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

This group shows a single part: FEL-PRO 72926.

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

10 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2005 Acura TSX, from SKP, GATES, MOTORAD and 7 other brands. GATES 34048 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SK902788.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from GATES, MOTORAD, AISIN and 6 other brands. GATES 34048 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

16 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2005 Acura TSX come from 6 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AWO2317.

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

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2005 Acura TSX, from DORMAN, AUTOTECNICA, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. MOTORAD CH5996 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN and AUTOTECNICA. A representative part number is AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from MOTORAD and FOUR SEASONS. MOTORAD CH5996 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD CH5996, AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM and DORMAN 9025190XD, 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

10 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2005 Acura TSX, from SKP, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 7 other brands. SKP SK1351500 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from SKP, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is SKP SK1351500.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from AISIN, DAYCO, GATES and 2 other brands. AISIN WPH054 is listed in this group.

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

5 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2005 Acura TSX come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35738.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35738, APEX AWP3183 and BECK/ARNLEY 0394176, plus the other parts above.

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 2005 Acura TSX — ELRING 634850.