2018 Audi RS3 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 2018 Audi RS3 come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, PENTOSIN and 3 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, VALVOLINE 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, PENTOSIN, AISIN, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is AISIN ACE010.

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

One part is listed for the 2018 Audi RS3 — AJUSA 01165600.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

2 Coolant Hose Connector / Flange parts for the 2018 Audi RS3 come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and ÜRO PARTS.

This group includes MOTORAD CH2131 and ÜRO PARTS 07K121133E.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Flange plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes. Read more

This group shows a single part: ÜRO PARTS 357121140.

This table covers the Coolant Hose retainers and clips. Read more

This group shows a single part: BECK/ARNLEY 1470039.

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

3 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS3, from GPD, NISSENS and SKP.

Listed part numbers: GPD 2411051, NISSENS 996116 and SKP SK603253.

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 2018 Audi RS3, from CALORSTAT, MOTORAD and REIN.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0162, MOTORAD T93 and REIN CPE0039.

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

This group shows a single part: GPD 13174C.

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

2 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS3, from GPD and NISSENS.

Economy: 1 part, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 2812297.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from NISSENS. NISSENS 850155 is listed in this group.

This group includes GPD 2812297 and NISSENS 850155.

This table covers the Radiator mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

3 Radiator Mount parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS3, from VNE and REIN.

Listed part numbers: REIN AVM0728, VNE 41000012 and VNE 41000038.

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

11 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2018 Audi RS3 come from 10 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD, ULTRA-POWER and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS608T.

The Economy section: 4 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD, ULTRA-POWER and 1 other brand. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS608T is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI and 4 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580784.

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

2 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2018 Audi RS3, from BECK/ARNLEY and GATES.

Listed part numbers: BECK/ARNLEY 1470096 and GATES CO34883.

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

One part is listed for the 2018 Audi RS3 — PIERBURG 708002010.