2012 Nissan Versa 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 for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. 16 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

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, VALVOLINE, BECK/ARNLEY, AISIN and 2 other brands supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.

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

7 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from DORMAN, GPD, SKP and 2 other brands.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 603578, DORMAN 603618 and GPD 2411238, plus the other parts 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

5 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from MOTORAD, AUTOTECNICA, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: AUTOTECNICA NI0716746, CALORSTAT RC0184 and DORMAN 54245, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY2036.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4.

Part numbers include GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122, among others listed 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

38 Radiator parts for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 11 brands — SPECTRA PREMIUM, UAC, CSF and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3348. They are grouped as Economy and Standard Replacement, with Standard Replacement the largest group at 16 parts from SPECTRA PREMIUM, AGILITY, FVP and 6 other brands.

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 2012 Nissan Versa come from 5 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 4502. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4.

In the Locking Replacement grade, CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD 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 CALORSTAT RC0213.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from CSF, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 4502.

Listed part numbers: CSF 4502, CALORSTAT RC0213 and GATES 31533, plus the other parts above.

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

19 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from TYC, AGILITY, UAC and 5 other brands. DORMAN 621555 carries the "Popular" badge. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 17 are engine-specific.

Economy: 5 parts, from SKP, GPD and DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 621555.

The Standard Replacement section: 14 options from TYC, AGILITY, UAC and 2 other brands. FOUR SEASONS 76278 is listed in this group.

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

18 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from CONTINENTAL, GATES, DAYCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 81041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is DAYCO 81041.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from GATES, CONTINENTAL and DAYCO. GATES 23306 is listed in this group.

11 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

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

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

This group includes DORMAN 926277, DORMAN 926274 and SKP SK926274 and the remaining parts above.

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

3 Radiator Upper Air Baffle Retainer / Clip parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from DORMAN and SKP.

Part numbers include DORMAN 961031, DORMAN 963545 and SKP SK700075.

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

21 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 15 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, WALKER PRODUCTS and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 1580606. 9 parts fit every engine; the other 12 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 7 options from HOLSTEIN, FAMOUS BRAND, GPD and 3 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 180204199 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: 13 parts, from DELPHI, FOUR SEASONS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 7 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

21 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from MOTORAD, GATES, JAPANESE OE and 7 other brands. MOTORAD 7457205 carries the "Popular" badge. 8 parts fit every engine; the other 13 are engine-specific.

Economy: 1 part, from VEMO. A representative part number is VEMO V46991374.

The Premium section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7457205 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 19 options from MOTORAD, GATES, JAPANESE OE and 6 other brands. GATES 34162 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

21 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 6 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO, VICTOR REINZ and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AWO2047. 8 parts fit every engine; the other 13 are engine-specific.

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

10 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from FOUR SEASONS, MOTORAD, DORMAN and 2 other brands. FOUR SEASONS 86296 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN and SKP. A representative part number is DORMAN 9025853.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from FOUR SEASONS, MOTORAD and GATES. FOUR SEASONS 86296 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

18 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Versa, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, US MOTOR WORKS and 8 other brands. AISIN WPN710 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 8 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, US MOTOR WORKS and 2 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1312537.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from AISIN, GATES, GMB and 3 other brands. AISIN WPN710 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

10 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2012 Nissan Versa come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, ELRING and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 0394192.