2012 Ram C/V 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

18 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 3 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, PEAK and PRESTONE supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 3 options from VALVOLINE and PRESTONE — rated for severe service. VALVOLINE ZXG051 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 PRESTONE, ACDELCO, AISIN and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO 105027 is listed in this group.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose Connector / Flange. 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

This group shows a single part: ELRING 568900.

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

3 Coolant Reservoir parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 3 brands — DORMAN, GPD and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include DORMAN 603252, GPD 2411050 and MAHLE / CLEVITE CRT324000S.

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 for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 2 brands — DORMAN and MOTORAD.

This group includes DORMAN 54201, DORMAN 54203 and MOTORAD T134.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2012 Ram C/V 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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from ACDELCO, GATES and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include ACDELCO 12A01, GATES 31413 and MOTORAD 3003.

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

8 Radiator parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from GPD, SPECTRA PREMIUM, TYC and 5 other brands. SPECTRA PREMIUM CU13063 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 13062C.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from SPECTRA PREMIUM, TYC, AGILITY and 4 other brands. SPECTRA PREMIUM CU13063 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SPECTRA PREMIUM CU13063, GPD 13062C and TYC 13064, plus the other parts above.

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

9 Radiator Cap parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from SKP, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. GATES 31528 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Locking Replacement section lists 3 options from GATES, MOTORAD and SKP — grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. GATES 31518 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from CALORSTAT, SKP, GATES and 1 other brand. GATES 31528 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GATES 31528, GATES 31518 and MOTORAD ST16, plus the other parts above.

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

6 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 6 brands — DORMAN, GPD, SKP and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 621028.

The Economy section: 3 options from DORMAN, GPD and SKP. DORMAN 621028 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, AGILITY and VDO / CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 76014.

Part numbers include DORMAN 621028, GPD 2811637 and SKP SK621028, among others listed above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

One part is listed for the 2012 Ram C/V — GATES FCM138.

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

8 Radiator Hose parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 4 brands — GATES, ACDELCO, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is GATES 24176.

Part numbers include GATES 24176, GATES 24174 and ACDELCO 22802M, 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

11 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 7 other brands. DELPHI TS10330 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from GPD, HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 2 other brands. A representative part number is GPD 1712493.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from DELPHI, NTK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. DELPHI TS10330 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

9 Thermostat parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 7 brands — DORMAN, MOTORAD, SKP and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 9023036.

The Economy section: 3 options from DORMAN and SKP. DORMAN 9023036 is listed in this group.

Premium: 1 part, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7908203.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, CALORSTAT, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE TI23795.

This group includes DORMAN 9023036, DORMAN 9023036XD and SKP SK121227 and the remaining parts above.

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

11 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from VICTOR REINZ, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO 35974 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

8 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 6 brands — DORMAN, MOTORAD, SKP and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 9023102HP.

The Economy section: 3 options from DORMAN and SKP. DORMAN 9023102HP is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from MOTORAD, AUTOTECNICA, FOUR SEASONS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORAD 724203.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 9023102HP, DORMAN 9023102 and SKP SKCO34803, 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

11 Water Pump parts for the 2012 Ram C/V come from 11 brands — SKP, BECK/ARNLEY, ENGINETECH and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK1204450.

The Economy section: 6 options from SKP, BECK/ARNLEY, ENGINETECH and 3 other brands. SKP SK1204450 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from ACDELCO, GATES, AISIN and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 252983.

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

6 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 2012 Ram C/V, from APEX, ULTRA-POWER, ELRING and 3 other brands. APEX AWP3283 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include APEX AWP3283, ULTRA-POWER 35982 and ELRING 586390, among others listed above.