2017 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 for the 2017 Acura RDX 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 Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

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 Coolant filters. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: HASTINGS / BALDWIN WC14.

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 are listed for the 2017 Acura RDX, from AJUSA, MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. MAHLE / CLEVITE C32870 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE C32870, AJUSA 16022400 and AJUSA 16022450, plus the other parts above.

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Acura RDX — 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 are listed for the 2017 Acura RDX, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Listed part numbers: 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 for the 2017 Acura RDX come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE C17813 and VICTOR REINZ 181016001.

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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2017 Acura RDX 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

6 Radiator parts for the 2017 Acura RDX come from 6 brands — CSF, KOYORAD, DENSO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3517.

Listed part numbers: CSF 3517, KOYORAD A2989 and DENSO 2219558, plus the other 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

5 Radiator Cap parts for the 2017 Acura RDX come from 4 brands — MOTORAD, GATES, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is GATES 31412.

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: 4 parts, from GATES, CALORSTAT, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. A representative part number is GATES 31412.

Listed part numbers: GATES 31412, MOTORAD ST37 and CALORSTAT RC0040, plus the other parts above.

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Acura RDX — DORMAN 490216.

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

3 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2017 Acura RDX, from GPD, TECHPRO and TYC.

Economy: 2 parts, from GPD and TECHPRO. A representative part number is GPD 2811342.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from TYC. TYC 601190 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GPD 2811342, TECHPRO AC3115128 and TYC 601190.