2012 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 2012 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

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2012 Acura TSX come from 3 brands — CONTINENTAL, DAYCO and GATES.

Part numbers include CONTINENTAL 63812, DAYCO 80401 and GATES 19498.

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 2012 Acura TSX, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 36022, MAHLE / CLEVITE C32045 and VICTOR REINZ 417634500.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

This group shows a single part: ACKOJA A269934.

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

2 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from TECHPRO and VARIOUS MFR.

Part numbers include TECHPRO AC3014102, among others listed 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

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include 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 2012 Acura TSX come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and GATES.

Listed part numbers: 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

12 Radiator parts for the 2012 Acura TSX come from 11 brands — NISSENS, GPD, TECHPRO and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3561.

The Economy section: 2 options from GPD and TECHPRO. GPD 13082C is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 10 parts, from NISSENS, CSF, DENSO and 6 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3561.

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 2012 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.

Listed part numbers: CSF 4514, MOTORAD ST37 and GATES 31412, plus the other parts above.

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

7 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from DORMAN, TECHPRO, ULTRA-POWER and 3 other brands. DORMAN 621357 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from DORMAN, TECHPRO and ULTRA-POWER. A representative part number is DORMAN 621357.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from FOUR SEASONS, TYC and UAC. FOUR SEASONS 76351 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DORMAN 621357, DORMAN 621427 and TECHPRO AC3115124, among others listed 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

This group shows a single part: ACKOJA A26010020.

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

7 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, GATES and 1 other brand. DAYCO 72451 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: DAYCO 72451, DAYCO 72450 and ACDELCO 22698L, plus the other 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

15 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2012 Acura TSX come from 12 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, BECK/ARNLEY and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX215T.

The Economy section: 7 options from HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX215T is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, WELLS, DELPHI and 4 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1581570.

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

11 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN, SKP and 8 other brands. GATES 34703 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN and SKP. A representative part number is AUTOTECNICA HA0717175.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from GATES, JAPANESE OE, MOTORAD and 5 other brands. GATES 34703 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

19 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2012 Acura TSX come from 5 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AWO2317.

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

8 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from DORMAN, MOTORAD, AUTOTECNICA and 3 other brands. AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM carries the "Popular" badge.

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

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from MOTORAD, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 1 other brand. MOTORAD CH5996 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM, DORMAN 9025190XD and DORMAN 9025190, among others listed 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

12 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2012 Acura TSX, from FVP, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 8 other brands. ACDELCO 252939 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ACKOJA A2650023.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from ACDELCO, AISIN, GATES and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 252939 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 2012 Acura TSX come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35738.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 35738, APEX AWP3183 and BECK/ARNLEY 0394176, among others listed above.