2001 Cadillac Catera 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 2001 Cadillac Catera 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 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 hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

This group shows a single part: GATES 19700.

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

2 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from FACET and GM GENUINE.

Part numbers include FACET 79576 and GM GENUINE 09128362.

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

2 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from DORMAN and GPD.

Part numbers include DORMAN 603342 and GPD 2411078.

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

4 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from CALORSTAT, FVP, MOTORAD and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0004 and FVP T55, among others listed above.

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

This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 90233545.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera.

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 for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and STANT.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD 3128, MOTORAD 3034 and STANT 12023.

This table covers the Hose clamps. Read more

6 Hose Clamp parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from GM GENUINE. The "Popular" part is GM GENUINE 11516234.

Listed part numbers: GM GENUINE 11516234, GM GENUINE 12338017 and GM GENUINE 11570616, plus the other parts above.

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

5 Radiator parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 5 brands — TECHPRO, NISSENS, AGILITY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is NISSENS 63073A.

The Economy section: 1 option from TECHPRO. TECHPRO GM3010145 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from NISSENS, AGILITY, FVP and 1 other brand. A representative part number is NISSENS 63073A.

Listed part numbers: NISSENS 63073A, TECHPRO GM3010145 and AGILITY 8011881, 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

3 Radiator Cap parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, GATES and STANT.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 90500007, GATES 31548 and STANT 10261.

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 2001 Cadillac Catera, from VEMO and GPD.

Economy: 1 part, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 2812226.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from VEMO. VEMO V40011020 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GPD 2812226, VEMO V40011020 and VEMO V40011054.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

One part is listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera — ACDELCO 24427019.

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: GPD 2312125.

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

6 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL and GATES. DAYCO 72085 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: DAYCO 72085, DAYCO 72084 and CONTINENTAL 62237, 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

23 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 15 brands — WELLS, NTK, HOLSTEIN and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is NTK EF0008.

The Economy section: 9 options from HOLSTEIN, VEMO, NTK and 4 other brands. NTK EF0008 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 14 parts, from WELLS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HELLA and 6 other brands. A representative part number is NTK EF0074.

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 2001 Cadillac Catera, from MOTORAD, STANT, DORMAN and 4 other brands. GATES 33911 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 9022691.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from MOTORAD, STANT, GATES and 3 other brands. GATES 33911 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

5 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, FACET and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35669.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35669, APEX AWO2179 and FACET 79575, plus the other parts above.

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

4 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from FAMOUS BRAND, GPD, FACET and 1 other brand.

Economy: 2 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND and GPD. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 85251.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from FACET and FOUR SEASONS. FACET 78349 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: FAMOUS BRAND 85251, GPD 8241482 and FACET 78349, 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

20 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera, from SKP, ACDELCO, GATES and 13 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND T1162 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 9 parts, from SKP, FAMOUS BRAND, AIRTEX and 5 other brands. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND T1162.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from GATES, GMB, ACDELCO and 5 other brands. ACDELCO 252778 is listed in this group.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

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

3 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2001 Cadillac Catera come from 3 brands — APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include APEX AWP3145, MAHLE / CLEVITE K32012 and VICTOR REINZ 711417800.

This table covers the Water Pump Inlet tubes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2001 Cadillac Catera — DAYCO 88377.

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 2001 Cadillac Catera — FEL-PRO 35665.