2014 Acura RDX 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

17 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. FVP MV5050GAL carries the "Popular" badge.

The Compatible With All Colors section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PRESTONE AF3055 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — rated for severe service. PRESTONE AFC12100 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 5 options from PRESTONE and PEAK — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. PRESTONE AF2100 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from BECK/ARNLEY, VALVOLINE, AISIN and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. VALVOLINE 861398 is listed in this group.

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

5 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts for the 2014 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — AJUSA, MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE C32870.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE C32870, AJUSA 16022400 and AJUSA 16022450, among others listed above.

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

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO AC3014117.

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 for the 2014 Acura RDX come from 3 brands — CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

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

This table covers the Coolant Water Crossover Mounting sets. Read more

2 Coolant Water Crossover Mounting Set parts are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE C17813 and VICTOR REINZ 181016001.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2014 Acura RDX come from US MOTOR WORKS.

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 are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from 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

6 Radiator parts are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from CSF, KOYORAD, DENSO and 3 other brands. CSF 3517 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes CSF 3517, KOYORAD A2989 and DENSO 2219558 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 are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from MOTORAD, CSF, GATES and 2 other brands. CSF 4514 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Locking Replacement section lists 1 option from MOTORAD — grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOTORAD ST37 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from CSF, GATES, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. CSF 4514 is listed in this group.

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

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 490216.

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

5 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2014 Acura RDX come from 5 brands — GPD, TYC, AGILITY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is TYC 601190.

The Economy section: 1 option from GPD. GPD 2811342 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from TYC, AGILITY, UAC and 1 other brand. A representative part number is TYC 601190.

Part numbers include TYC 601190, GPD 2811342 and AGILITY 6019148, 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

ACKOJA supplies both parts for the 2014 Acura RDX.

Listed part numbers: ACKOJA A26010019 and ACKOJA A26010021.

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

5 Radiator Hose parts for the 2014 Acura RDX come from 3 brands — DAYCO, GATES and CONTINENTAL. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 72562.

Listed part numbers: DAYCO 72562, CONTINENTAL 66359 and DAYCO 72871, 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

14 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2014 Acura RDX, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, CALORSTAT, GPD and 10 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX215T carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 6 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, CALORSTAT, GPD and 3 other brands. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX215T.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from BECK/ARNLEY, WELLS, DELPHI and 5 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1581570 is listed in this group.

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

One part is listed for the 2014 Acura RDX — 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 for the 2014 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — MOTORAD, AISIN, GATES and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is AISIN THH017.

Heavy Duty: 2 parts, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 5302170.

Premium: 2 parts, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7302170.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from MOTORAD, AISIN, GATES and 1 other brand. A representative part number is AISIN THH017.