2016 Nissan Sentra 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 2016 Nissan Sentra 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 overflow / expansion tanks that hold extra coolant. Read more

5 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from DORMAN, GPD, SKP and 2 other brands. DORMAN 603977 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes DORMAN 603977, GPD 2411172 and SKP SK603977 and the remaining 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

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from MOTORAD and DORMAN.

Part numbers include DORMAN 54245, MOTORAD T152 and MOTORAD T149.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2016 Nissan Sentra 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

12 Radiator parts for the 2016 Nissan Sentra come from 10 brands — TYC, DENSO, CSF and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3694.

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

7 Radiator Cap parts for the 2016 Nissan Sentra come from 4 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T13R.

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: 4 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORAD T13R.

Part numbers include MOTORAD T13R, CALORSTAT RC0213 and GATES 31533, among others listed 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 2016 Nissan Sentra, from DORMAN, GPD, VARIOUS MFR and 5 other brands. DORMAN 621439 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN, GPD and VARIOUS MFR. A representative part number is DORMAN 621439.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from TYC, FOUR SEASONS, NISSENS and 2 other brands. TYC 622880 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 621439, GPD 2811908 and VARIOUS MFR NI3115146, 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

10 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from CONTINENTAL, DAYCO, GATES and 1 other brand. CONTINENTAL 66029 carries the "Popular" badge.

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 2016 Nissan Sentra, from DORMAN, SKP and ULTRA-POWER.

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

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

One part is listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra — 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 2016 Nissan Sentra 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

14 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from MOTORAD, AISIN, CALORSTAT and 5 other brands. MOTORAD 7457205 carries the "Popular" badge.

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: 12 options from MOTORAD, AISIN, CALORSTAT and 4 other brands. MOTORAD 457205 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

16 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2016 Nissan Sentra come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, VICTOR REINZ and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AWO2047.

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

6 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and DORMAN. FOUR SEASONS 86360 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 902751.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from MOTORAD and FOUR SEASONS. FOUR SEASONS 86360 is listed in this group.

This group includes FOUR SEASONS 86360, DORMAN 902751 and MOTORAD CH8751 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 are listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, US MOTOR WORKS and 6 other brands. AISIN WPN117 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1312531.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from AISIN, GATES, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. AISIN WPN117 is listed in this group.

This group includes AISIN WPN117, BECK/ARNLEY 1312531 and FVP US8104 and the remaining parts 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

4 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2016 Nissan Sentra come from 4 brands — APEX, BECK/ARNLEY, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include APEX AWP3301, BECK/ARNLEY 0394185 and FEL-PRO 36027, among others listed above.

This table covers the Water Pump Inlet tubes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Nissan Sentra — GATES 12502.