2012 Nissan Quest 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 are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. FVP MV5050GAL carries the "Popular" badge.

The Compatible With All Colors section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PRESTONE AF3055 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — rated for severe service. PRESTONE AFC12100 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 5 options from PRESTONE and PEAK — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. PRESTONE AF2100 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from BECK/ARNLEY, VALVOLINE, AISIN and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. VALVOLINE 861398 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Coolant filler necks. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 9025992.

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

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest — DORMAN 626702.

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

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 3 brands — ELRING, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include ELRING 524630, MAHLE / CLEVITE GS34113 and VICTOR REINZ 711554300.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest — ACKOJA A380607.

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

This group shows a single part: FEL-PRO 35942.

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 for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 4 brands — AUTOTECNICA, CALORSTAT, DORMAN and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA NI0716746, CALORSTAT RC0184 and DORMAN 54245, among others listed above.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from US MOTOR WORKS.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from 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

12 Radiator parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from OSC, FAMOUS BRAND, CSF and 8 other brands. CSF 3372 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND and OSC. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 813039.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from CSF, DENSO, KOYORAD and 7 other brands. CSF 3372 is listed in this group.

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 are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from SKP, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. MOTORAD T20R carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes MOTORAD T20R, CALORSTAT RC0007 and GATES 31564 and the remaining parts above.

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

7 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 7 brands — SKP, GPD, AGILITY and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK621394.

The Economy section: 2 options from SKP and GPD. SKP SK621394 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS, TYC and 2 other brands. A representative part number is AGILITY 6010081.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK621394, GPD 2811660 and AGILITY 6010081, 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

14 Radiator Hose parts for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 4 brands — DAYCO, GATES, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is CONTINENTAL 66303.

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

This group shows a single part: 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 for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 3 brands — DORMAN, SKP and ULTRA-POWER.

Part numbers include DORMAN 926274 and SKP SK926274, among others listed 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

16 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, FAMOUS BRAND and 11 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 180204199 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 6 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 3 other brands. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 180204199.

In the Full Service Kit grade, WALKER PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WALKER PRODUCTS 21191031.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from BECK/ARNLEY, HELLA, NTK and 6 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1580606 is listed in this group.

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 for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 10 brands — DORMAN, SKP, JAPANESE OE and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is JAPANESE OE WHNK82.

The Economy section: 2 options from DORMAN and SKP. DORMAN 9025902 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from JAPANESE OE, MOTORAD, AISIN and 5 other brands. A representative part number is JAPANESE OE WHNK82.

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

12 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from VICTOR REINZ, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 5 other brands. AISIN THP211 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

6 Water Inlet Gasket parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand. FEL-PRO 35622 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO 35622, MAHLE / CLEVITE C31874 and APEX AWO2081 and the remaining 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 for the 2012 Nissan Quest come from 9 brands — BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, US MOTOR WORKS and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is AISIN WPN702.

The Economy section: 3 options from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. BECK/ARNLEY 1312424 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from AISIN, GATES, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. A representative part number is AISIN WPN702.

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 are listed for the 2012 Nissan Quest, from FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO ES70894 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO ES70894, APEX AWP3237 and BECK/ARNLEY 0394127 and the remaining parts above.