2012 Nissan Maxima 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 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 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, PEAK 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, BECK/ARNLEY, VALVOLINE, AISIN and 2 other brands supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.

This table covers the Coolant filler necks. Read more

4 Coolant Filler Neck parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, MOTORAD and SKP.

This group includes DORMAN 9025938, DORMAN 9025938XD and MOTORAD CH5938 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

This group shows a single part: AUTOTECNICA NI0723595PRM.

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 2012 Nissan Maxima — MAHLE / CLEVITE GS34113.

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 2012 Nissan Maxima — FEL-PRO 35942.

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

5 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, AUTOTECNICA, GPD and 2 other brands. DORMAN 603247 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include DORMAN 603247, AUTOTECNICA NI0718799 and GPD 2411047, among others listed 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 2012 Nissan Maxima, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0184, DORMAN 54245 and MOTORAD T152.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima.

This group includes 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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT.

Listed part numbers: GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122, 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

11 Radiator parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 10 brands — NISSENS, CSF, OSC and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3433.

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

5 Radiator Cap parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — SKP, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T20R.

Part numbers include MOTORAD T20R, CALORSTAT RC0196 and GATES 31564, among others listed above.

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

6 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from SKP, GPD, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. SKP SK621304 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and GPD. A representative part number is SKP SK621304.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from FOUR SEASONS, TYC, UAC and 1 other brand. FOUR SEASONS 76209 is listed in this group.

This group includes SKP SK621304, GPD 2811663 and FOUR SEASONS 76209 and the remaining parts above.

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: ACKOJA A38010001.

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

12 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from GATES, CONTINENTAL, DAYCO and 1 other brand. CONTINENTAL 66303 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the brackets that mount the Radiator Mount. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners. Read more

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima — DORMAN 927246.

This table covers the Radiator Mount bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

3 Radiator Mount Bushing parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, SKP and ULTRA-POWER.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 926274 and SKP SK926274, plus the other parts above.

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

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima — DORMAN 963545.

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

12 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 11 brands — WALKER PRODUCTS, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 1580606.

The Economy section: 2 options from GPD and HOLSTEIN. GPD 1712547 is listed in this group.

The Full Service Kit section lists 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS — grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WALKER PRODUCTS 21191031 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 9 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, HELLA, NTK and 6 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580606.

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

10 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, SKP, JAPANESE OE and 7 other brands. JAPANESE OE WHNK82 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DORMAN and SKP. A representative part number is DORMAN 9025902.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from JAPANESE OE, MOTORAD, AISIN and 5 other brands. JAPANESE OE WHNK82 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

10 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 7 brands — VICTOR REINZ, MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35620.

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

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima — GATES CO34912.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Water Inlet. 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

4 Water Inlet Gasket parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWO2081, APEX AWO2425 and FEL-PRO 35622, 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

9 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, US MOTOR WORKS and 6 other brands. AISIN WPN702 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1312424.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from AISIN, GATES, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. AISIN WPN702 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include AISIN WPN702, BECK/ARNLEY 1312424 and FVP US6198, among others listed above.

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

5 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO ES70894.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO ES70894, APEX AWP3237 and BECK/ARNLEY 0394127, among others listed above.