The 2008 Hyundai Sonata has 22 cooling system parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 8 brands, covering both the 2.4L L4 and the 3.3L V6. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2008 Hyundai Sonata, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses. All 22 listed parts are Coolant / Antifreeze (20 parts) and Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal (2 parts).
The 2008 Hyundai Sonata was sold with both the 2.4L L4 and the 3.3L V6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2008 Hyundai Sonata cooling system parts are VALVOLINE (7 parts), PRESTONE (5 parts) and PEAK (4 parts), plus 5 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Premium and Economy.
4 parts on this 2008 Hyundai Sonata page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including FVP MV5050GAL (Coolant / Antifreeze) and VALVOLINE ZXG051 (Coolant / Antifreeze). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Coolant / Antifreeze
Compatible With All Colors
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.4L L4 | AF3055 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Prime YellowAll Vehicles | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | MV5050GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended LifeAll Makes / All Models | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: 2.4L L4 | BQA1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Blue Mountain Long LifeAll Vehicle | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.4L L4 | AF3100 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Prime Yellow - All VehiclesExtended Life | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 2.4L L4 | 719009 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Multi-Vehicle Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | ZXG051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | G05 Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 2.4L L4 | 841943 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Heavy Duty Pink Fully Formulated1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | AF2100 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles10yr/300k mi | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: 2.4L L4 | PKP1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles Antifreeze1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: 2.4L L4 | PXA1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Global Lifetime1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.4L L4 | AF6610 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | MAX Asian Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.4L L4 | AFMAX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Universal1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | 675130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Asian Vehicle Red1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| AISIN Fits: 2.4L L4 | ACG004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GreenPOAT | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 2.4L L4 | 2521501 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium Extra Life BlueAsian | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 2.4L L4 | 2521001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: 2.4L L4 | PAG1GAL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OET Asian Extended Life Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 2.4L L4 | ZX001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Original Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 2.4L L4 | 904683 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | HT-12 Pink1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 2.4L L4 | 904685 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | HT-12 Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
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.
20 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2008 Hyundai Sonata come from 6 brands — VALVOLINE, PRESTONE, PEAK 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, VALVOLINE supplies 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, BECK/ARNLEY, AISIN and 1 other brand supply 8 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 675130.
Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI Fits: 2.4L L4 | 2546221000 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: 2.4L L4 | 151118601 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | O-RingContains 2 Pieces | View on Amazon |
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.
2 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2008 Hyundai Sonata, from HYUNDAI and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes HYUNDAI 2546221000 and VICTOR REINZ 151118601.
Buying Cooling System Parts for a 2008 Hyundai Sonata
On this vehicle, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses.
- Match the engine first. Every cooling system part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Coolant / Antifreeze and Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cooling system parts fit the 2008 Hyundai Sonata?
Our catalog currently lists 22 cooling system parts for the 2008 Hyundai Sonata across 2 subcategories and 8 brands, covering both the 2.4L L4 and the 3.3L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do cooling system parts differ between 2008 Hyundai Sonata engines?
Yes. Every cooling system part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of cooling system problems on a 2008 Hyundai Sonata?
Common symptoms include a rising temperature gauge in traffic, sweet-smelling steam, crusty deposits around hose clamps, or a heater that blows cold. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2008 Hyundai Sonata was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2008 Hyundai Sonata?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then replace coolant with the exact specification the manufacturer calls for — mixing chemistries can gel and block small passages. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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