2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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

19 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, VALVOLINE, PEAK and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 4.0L V6.

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 3 options from FVP, PEAK and PRESTONE — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, VALVOLINE and PRESTONE supply 2 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is VALVOLINE ZXG051.

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, VALVOLINE, PRESTONE, ACDELCO and 2 other brands supply 8 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

5 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from MOPAR. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes MOPAR 4266423, MOPAR 4809437AB and MOPAR 4809438AD and the remaining parts above.

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

5 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from TECHPRO, SKP, MOPAR and 1 other brand. SKP SK603210 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2008 Pacifica.

This group includes SKP SK603210, MOPAR 4880498AB and TECHPRO CH3014172 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

4 Cooling Fan Control Module parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from FOUR SEASONS, GATES, ROSTRA and 1 other brand. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2008 Pacifica.

Listed part numbers: FOUR SEASONS 36143, GATES FCM101 and ROSTRA 600139, plus the other parts above.

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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, GATES and MOTORAD. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 4.0L V6.

Part numbers include ACDELCO 12A01, GATES 31413 and MOTORAD 3003.

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

19 Radiator parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 14 brands — TECHPRO, ULTRA-POWER, TYC and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3590. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 17 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 6 options from TECHPRO, ULTRA-POWER, FAMOUS BRAND and 1 other brand. FAMOUS BRAND 813025 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 13 parts, from TYC, AGILITY, OSC and 7 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3590.

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

8 Radiator Cap parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 4 brands — SKP, MOTORAD, GATES and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD ST18. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 4.0L V6.

In the Locking Replacement grade, MOTORAD, GATES and SKP supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOTORAD ST18.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from SKP, MOTORAD, GATES and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORAD T18.

This group includes MOTORAD ST18, GATES 31535 and SKP SKST18 and the remaining parts above.

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

8 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from FOUR SEASONS, DORMAN, GPD and 4 other brands. FOUR SEASONS 76131 carries the "Popular" badge. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN, GPD and TECHPRO. A representative part number is DORMAN 620031.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from FOUR SEASONS, AGILITY, MOPAR and 1 other brand. FOUR SEASONS 76131 is listed in this group.

This group includes FOUR SEASONS 76131, DORMAN 620031 and GPD 2811542 and the remaining 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

14 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from GATES, CONTINENTAL, DAYCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 72215 carries the "Popular" badge.

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 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 14 brands — SKP, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SKTX195. 5 parts fit every engine; the other 18 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 11 options from SKP, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 5 other brands. SKP SKTX195 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 12 parts, from DELPHI, NTK, MOPAR and 4 other brands. A representative part number is DELPHI TS10330.

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 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from MOTORAD, GATES, AISIN and 3 other brands. GATES 33849 carries the "Popular" badge. 5 parts fit every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

The Heavy Duty section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 5656195 is listed in this group.

The Premium section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7656195 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from MOTORAD, GATES, AISIN and 3 other brands. GATES 33849 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

15 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 8 brands — FEL-PRO, VICTOR REINZ, APEX and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35651. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 13 are engine-specific.

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

11 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from DORMAN, SKP, MOTORAD and 4 other brands. DORMAN 902313 carries the "Popular" badge. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 8 are engine-specific.

Economy: 8 parts, from DORMAN, SKP, GPD and 2 other brands. A representative part number is DORMAN 902313.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from MOTORAD and FOUR SEASONS. FOUR SEASONS 85901 is listed in this group.

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 Chrysler Pacifica, from US MOTOR WORKS, ACDELCO, GATES and 9 other brands. CARDONE 58651 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 7 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS, CARDONE, SKP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is CARDONE 58651.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from ACDELCO, GATES, GMB and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 252937 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

11 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica come from 4 brands — VICTOR REINZ, FEL-PRO, APEX and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35691.

This table covers the Water Pump Inlet tubes. Read more

4 Water Pump Inlet Tube parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN, SKP and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AUTOTECNICA CY0719837, DORMAN 626305 and SKP SK626305, plus the other parts above.

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

2 Water Pump Seal / O-Ring parts are listed for the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, from APEX and FEL-PRO.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWP3012 and FEL-PRO 35499.