2008 Buick Enclave 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 2008 Buick Enclave come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE 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, PEAK, PRESTONE 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 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, VALVOLINE, PRESTONE, ACDELCO and 2 other brands supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 105027.

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 2008 Buick Enclave — ELRING 943630.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose Connector / Flange. 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 2008 Buick Enclave — ELRING 943020.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Coolant Pipe. 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

One part is listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave — AJUSA 01154600.

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

5 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave, from DORMAN, GM GENUINE, GPD and 2 other brands. DORMAN 603138 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes DORMAN 603138, GM GENUINE 23159167 and GPD 2411185 and the remaining parts 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 2008 Buick Enclave, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

This group includes CALORSTAT RC0147, DORMAN 82724 and MOTORAD T167.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2008 Buick Enclave come from 2 brands — GATES and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include GATES 31431, GATES 31391 and MOTORAD 3128, among others listed above.

This table covers the Hose clamps. Read more

This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 21030894.

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

17 Radiator parts for the 2008 Buick Enclave come from 11 brands — DENSO, KOYORAD, TYC and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is DENSO 2219221.

The Economy section: 1 option from TECHPRO. TECHPRO GM3010512 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 16 parts, from DENSO, KOYORAD, TYC and 7 other brands. A representative part number is DENSO 2219221.

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

3 Radiator Cap parts for the 2008 Buick Enclave come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, GATES and MOTORAD.

This group includes ACDELCO RC85, GATES 31532 and MOTORAD T46.

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 2008 Buick Enclave, from SKP, GPD, TYC and 4 other brands. SKP SK621390 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and GPD. A representative part number is SKP SK621390.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from TYC, FOUR SEASONS, GM GENUINE and 2 other brands. TYC 621930 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK621390, GPD 2811643 and TYC 621930, plus the other parts above.

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

10 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave, from ACDELCO, GATES, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. GATES 23293 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the seals at the Radiator. 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 2008 Buick Enclave — GM GENUINE 20772521.

This table covers the Radiator Upper Air Baffle retainers and clips. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2008 Buick Enclave.

Part numbers include DORMAN 700365 and DORMAN 963058.

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 2008 Buick Enclave come from 15 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, NTK, GPD and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is BOSCH 0280130122.

The Economy section: 5 options from GPD, HOLSTEIN, ULTRA-POWER and 2 other brands. GPD 1712517 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 12 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, NTK, BOSCH and 7 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 0280130122.

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

5 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave, from MOTORAD, ULTRA-POWER, FOUR SEASONS and 1 other brand. MOTORAD 719180 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from ULTRA-POWER. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER 34734.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and GATES. MOTORAD 719180 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD 719180, ULTRA-POWER 34734 and FOUR SEASONS 85972, plus the other parts above.

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 2008 Buick Enclave come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, GM GENUINE, APEX and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35855.

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

7 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave, from SKP, DORMAN, VEMO and 4 other brands. SKP SK121445 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from SKP, DORMAN and VEMO. A representative part number is SKP SK121445.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GM GENUINE, FOUR SEASONS, GATES and 1 other brand. GM GENUINE 1511076 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK121445, DORMAN 9022098 and VEMO V51990015, 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

16 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2008 Buick Enclave, from GM GENUINE, BECK/ARNLEY, SKP and 12 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1312378 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 8 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, SKP, CARTER and 5 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1312378.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from GM GENUINE, GATES, ACDELCO and 4 other brands. GATES 43530 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

6 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2008 Buick Enclave come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, GM GENUINE, APEX and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35859.

This group includes FEL-PRO 35859, GM GENUINE 2512052 and APEX AWP3231 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Water Pump pulleys. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 12611587.

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 2008 Buick Enclave — GM GENUINE 12691259.