2018 Nissan Kicks 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 2018 Nissan Kicks 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 Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

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

TECHPRO supplies both parts for the 2018 Nissan Kicks.

Listed part numbers: TECHPRO NI3014137 and TECHPRO NI3014138.

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

6 Radiator parts for the 2018 Nissan Kicks come from 6 brands — GPD, CSF, TYC and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3917.

The Economy section: 1 option from GPD. GPD 13786C is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from CSF, TYC, KOYORAD and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3917.

Listed part numbers: CSF 3917, GPD 13786C and TYC 13786, plus the other 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 are listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, from GPD, TECHPRO, TYC and 4 other brands. TYC 624640 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from GPD and TECHPRO. A representative part number is GPD 2812205.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from TYC, AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. TYC 624640 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: TYC 624640, GPD 2812205 and TECHPRO NI3115163, 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

One part is listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks — GATES 52502.

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

2 Radiator Upper Air Baffle Retainer / Clip parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, from DORMAN and SKP.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 961031 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

12 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2018 Nissan Kicks come from 10 brands — GPD, WALKER PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 1580606.

The Economy section: 3 options from GPD and HOLSTEIN. GPD 1712002 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: 8 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, HELLA, NTK and 5 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

2 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, from FOUR SEASONS and MOTORAD.

Listed part numbers: FOUR SEASONS 12718 and MOTORAD 1271180.

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

5 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2018 Nissan Kicks come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35445.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 35445, APEX AWO2047 and CALORSTAT J96, among others listed above.

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

6 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, from MOTORAD, GATES, SKP and 1 other brand. SKP SK9025853 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SK9025853.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from MOTORAD, GATES and FOUR SEASONS. MOTORAD CH7030 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include SKP SK9025853, MOTORAD CH7030 and FOUR SEASONS 86030, among others listed 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

6 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, from FVP, US MOTOR WORKS, GATES and 2 other brands. GATES 41230 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. A representative part number is FVP US8204.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GATES, GMB, FVP and 1 other brand. GATES 41230 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GATES 41230 and FVP US8204, plus the other 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

3 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2018 Nissan Kicks come from 2 brands — ELRING and FEL-PRO.

This group includes ELRING 102530, ELRING 449440 and FEL-PRO 36240.