1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Cooling Parts

Essential 1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Cooling Parts

Permatex – Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ (Part No.22071)

Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ

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$6.99
Permatex Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker is a noncorrosive, sensor-safe RTV silicone gasket material formulated for water pumps and thermostat housings. Permatex Water Pump & Thermostat has the highest water-glycol resistance available in an RTV silicone.

Product Features:
  • Sensor-safe, noncorrosive RTV silicone gasket material
  • Formulated specifically for water pumps and thermostat housings
  • Highest water-glycol resistance available in RTV silicone
  • Superior adhesion and flexibility
  • Can be used as a gasket maker or dressing
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Level Sensor (Part No.SBA3958)

Engine Coolant Level Sensor

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$14.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Felpro – Multi-Purpose O-Ring (Part No.35675)

Multi-Purpose O-Ring

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$2.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Beck/Arnley – Water Temperature Switch (Part No.201-1725)

Water Temperature Switch

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$23.99
Beck/Arnley parts meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit and function. Our product specialists work with a network of global sourcing partners so you can install the right part with confidence.

Product Features:
  • Matches OE form, fit and function
  • Made with high quality material and componentry
  • Constructed to withstand an engine environment
  • High quality construction for durability
  • Application specific for this vehicle
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Imperial – Electric Fan – 14" Diameter (Part No.226114)

Electric Fan - 14" Diameter

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Motors built and tested to quality specifications
  • 14 in. universal fit reversible fan
  • 1250 CFM
  • UNIVERSAL fan, NOT a direct OE replacement. Measure core and verify space.
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Dorman – Non-Pressurized Coolant Reservoir: White, Plastic, Original Equipment Replacement (Part No.603-564)

Non-Pressurized Coolant Reservoir: White, Plastic, Original Equipment Replacement

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$34.99
This replacement engine coolant reservoir is manufactured from quality materials to withstand the stresses of underhood heat and engine vibration. It is engineered and manufactured to match the fit and function of the original part.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine coolant reservoir matches the fit and function of the original part.
  • Ideal solution – engineered for a seamless installation.
  • Durable construction – manufactured from quality materials to withstand underhood heat and vibration
  • Trustworthy design – backed by 100 years of automotive aftermarket experience
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap (Part No.10243)

Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap

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$11.49
Manufactured to meet all OEM specifications. Designed to be easy to install and remove. Manufactured from high quality components with proper relief and vacuum valves. Quality tested to stand up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems.

Product Features:
  • Maintains proper cooling system pressure
  • Easy installation and removal
  • 100% tested to ensure proper pressure and longevity
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Permatex – The Right Stuff: Grey, 1 Minute Gasket Maker, 10 OZ (Part No.34310)

The Right Stuff: Grey, 1 Minute Gasket Maker, 10 OZ

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$38.99
Permatex’s The Right Stuff 1 Minute Series offers the fastest return to service in just 1 minute! This leak-proof, elastomeric “Formed-in-place” material is more reliable and longer lasting than pre-cut gaskets. It is blowout resistant and protects against leaks and seepage caused by vibration and thermal expansion. The Right Stuff 1 Minute Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications and is formulated to meet or exceed performance standards for long-term sealability, durability and handling.

Product Features:
  • Designed to perform under higher torque loads associated with engines having closely spaced bolt patterns
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive, RTV silicone
  • Protects against leaks caused by vibration and thermal expansion
  • Meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets
  • Quickly returns vehicle to service in just 1 minute
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Felpro – Engine Water Pump Gasket (Part No.35872)

Engine Water Pump Gasket

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$4.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Vemo – Engine Cooling Auxiliary Thermo-Fan Switch (Part No.G503054965VMO)

Engine Cooling Auxiliary Thermo-Fan Switch

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$30.97
The Vemo Engine Cooling Thermo-Fan Switch is a high quality Original Equipment replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Corrosion resistant housings
  • Nickel-plated or brass terminals for superior conductivity
  • High-temp composite O.E.M.-type connectors designed to mate with vehicle wiring harness without modification
  • Thermal switches matched to OEM temperatures to assure consistent performance
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APA/URO Parts – Water Distribution P (Part No.G2027423695APA)

Water Distribution P

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$6.30
Water Distribution P

APA/URO Parts – Engine Cooling Auxiliary Thermo-Fan Switch (Part No.G50301320509APA)

Engine Cooling Auxiliary Thermo-Fan Switch

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$17.08
The APA/URO Engine Cooling Thermo-Fan Switch is a high quality Original Equipment replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Corrosion resistant housings
  • Nickel-plated or brass terminals for superior conductivity
  • High-temp composite O.E.M.-type connectors designed to mate with vehicle wiring harness without modification
  • Thermal switches matched to OEM temperatures to assure consistent performance
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Victor Reinz – Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket (Part No.71-16038-00)

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket

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$7.79
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Application specific design provides an exceptional fit.
  • Validated for fit, form, and function.
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Carquest Premium – Engine Electric Water Pump: New, Plastic/Steel Housing (Part No.T1212)

Engine Electric Water Pump: New, Plastic/Steel Housing

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$180.99
Carquest Premium auxiliary water pumps are 100% new, high-quality parts that meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. All components, including the housing, impeller, controller, gaskets, and seals are designed for long-lasting service life. These electric water pumps are supplied with the gaskets or seals necessary for installation. Our Carquest Premium auxiliary water pumps undergo stringent testing to ensure superior performance that we stand behind with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • Built to meet or exceed OE fit, form and function
  • All components necessary for installation are supplied with pump
  • 100% tested for reliable performance
  • Follow all enclosed instructions to maximize pump life and validate warranty
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Dorman – Engine Water Pump Assembly (Part No.902-670)

Engine Water Pump Assembly

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$300.99
The gasket on certain Audi and VW OEM engine water pump housings swells when it comes in contact with oil, causing the plastic housing to crack. This Dorman OE FIX housing has been upgraded to aluminum to prevent cracking. In addition, the gasket material has been upgraded to reduce swelling when it comes in contact with oil for a longer service life. This housing is designed to match the fit and function of the original housing on specified applications, and is engineered for reliable performance and durability..

Product Features:
  • Improved design – this engine water pump housing has upgraded gasket material to reduce swelling when it comes in contact with oil for a longer service life.
  • Direct replacement – this engine water pump housing is designed to match the fit and function of the original housing on specific Audi and VW vehicles
  • Restores functionality – maintains the proper engine temperature, protecting the engine from damage caused by overheating
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap Tester Adapter (Part No.12017)

Radiator Cap Tester Adapter

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$7.29
Tester adapter for the 9300 and MT-300 cooling system pressure testers. Professional grade test equipment to ensure an automotive cooling system is operating at the correct pressure. Made from high quality materials to ensure durability. Designed to test automotive coolant caps.

Product Features:
  • Machined metal construction
  • Works with MT-300 pressure tester
  • Tests coolant caps
  • Professional quality
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Rein – Radiator Mount (Part No.G1020411383RIN)

Radiator Mount

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$12.60
Radiator Mount

Carquest Premium – Radiator (Part No.434022)

Radiator

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$171.99
Carquest Premium radiators are designed and engineered for maximum performance, using the highest-grade materials to ensure all radiators meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) fit, form and function. Carquest Premium radiators are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Most modern vehicles use radiators with plastic tanks and our parts are engineered with integrated ribbing to prevent damage during thermal cycling. Carquest Premium radiators are also 100% tested to ensure a durable, leak-free cooling system repair.

Product Features:
  • Thermal tested under real-life temperature simulations
  • High tensile strength aluminum for maximum crimp strength
  • Plastic tanks are engineeredáwith integrated ribbingáfor addedástrength to withstand cracks, bowing and distortion during thermal cycles
  • Thermal expansion slots extend core life and reduce failure rates by allowing improved core expansion and contraction during systematic heat cycles
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ACM – Auxiliary Fan Assembly (Part No.G5000132800ACM)

Auxiliary Fan Assembly

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$197.05
ACM is a supplier of Original Equipment quality climate control products. 220/60w – 290mm Diameter.
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Calorstat – Thermostat (Part No.G4000182949CAL)

Thermostat

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$23.01
CALORSTAT thermostatic components (bellows thermostats for water temperature regulation), followed by the use of a different technology based on the wax expansion. CALORSTAT by Vernet has produced thermostatic elements for more than 50 years. A vast amount of experience and continuous development has enabled the Company to remain the world leader in this field. Throughout the world, Vernet is regarded as a valued partner by manufacturers, large and small, in the Sanitary, Heating and Automotive industry.

Product Features:
  • Comfort enhancement by a faster cabine warming
  • CO2 emissions and fuel consumption reduction
  • Thermostat opening driven by the ECU (electrical thermostat)
  • An adaptation of the control strategies to the vehicle use (electrical thermostat)
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Felpro – Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket (Part No.35750)

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket

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$3.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Temperature Sending Unit Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1217)

Engine Coolant Temperature Sending Unit Switch Connector

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$5.29
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Designed for the OE distributor as a direct replacement part
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Carquest Premium – Temperature Sender With Gauge (Part No.WTC1308)

Temperature Sender With Gauge

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$9.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Victor Reinz – Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal (Part No.71-31308-00)

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

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$3.49
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Imperial – Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control (Part No.226204)

Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control

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$55.99
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control. 160-210°F; push-in probe. Controls the operating temperature of Imperial electric fans. Operates up to 2 fans.

Product Features:
  • Adjustable thermostatic fan control
  • 160-210°F push-in probe
  • For use with Imperial electric fans
  • Probe installs into radiator fins
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Dorman – Engine Coolant Water Outlet (Part No.902-994)

Engine Coolant Water Outlet

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$20.99
This replacement engine coolant water outlet is engineered to match the fit and durability of the stock engine coolant water outlet on specified vehicles. It is designed to withstand extreme temperature changes to extend service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this engine coolant water outlet directly replaces the original water outlet on specified vehicle years, makes and models.
  • Durable construction – this part is specifically designed to withstand extreme temperature changes and resist cracking and leaking.
  • Cost-effective and reliable – offers original manufacturer quality at lower cost than getting replacement at dealer
  • Industry-leading design – professionally engineered by the aftermarket leader in replacement water outlets
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APA/URO Parts – Cooling Hose Flange (Part No.G202391045APA)

Cooling Hose Flange

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$4.35
A.P.A. URO is a supplier to many automotive manufacturers and provides OE quality European replacement parts to the aftermarket. URO Parts is a highly diversified product line including, body rubber, electrical, suspension, steering, cooling and air conditioning components. End of cylinder head with out sensor outlet. (Associated O-ring 037 121 687)
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Factory Air – Engine Coolant Flange (Part No.85679)

Engine Coolant Flange

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$7.49
Meets And/or exceeds OEM stAndard; Includes quality gasket or O-ring to ensure proper seal (where applicable; 100% virgin resin material to insure durability; 100% leak tested; Direct-fit replacement for ease of installation
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1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Cooling Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 Volkswagen Golf. Maybe you just need a couple of Engine Cooling Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 71 different Engine Cooling Parts in our inventory ranging from $0.86 to $215.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 Volkswagen Golf running smoothly.

Engine Cooling Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 25 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1988 Volkswagen Golf. Permatex, Imperial, and Carquest Premium are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Engine Cooling Parts for your 1988 Volkswagen Golf, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 3,128 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Electric Fan – 10" Diameter with 3.6 stars and Multi-Purpose O-Ring with 4.4 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Engine Cooling Parts to keep your 1988 Volkswagen Golf rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Engine Cooling Parts Brands To Make Your 1988 Volkswagen Golf Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 Volkswagen Golf demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Engine Cooling Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Golf the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Engine Cooling Parts brands and parts.

FAQs for 1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Cooling Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Cooling Parts for the 1988 Volkswagen Golf?

Out of 71 Engine Cooling Parts for the 1988 Volkswagen Golf, the most popular in our inventory are:
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
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Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
Engine Cooling Fan Controllers
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
from $94.99
(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
Radiator Fan Motors
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
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(33)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
Engine Cooling Fan Controllers

What are the top-rated 1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Cooling Parts?

Top-rated Engine Cooling Parts for your 1988 Volkswagen Golf based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Electric Fan - 10" Diameter
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Electric Fan – 10" Diameter
“So, the Air Conditioner Condenser fan motor failed on my 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. It turns out that the 2002 – 2005 Rams all use the same AC Condenser fa”
Multi-Purpose O-Ring
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(8)
Multi-Purpose O-Ring
“Easy to install, no leaks”
Thermostatic Fan Control - Preset
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(8)
Thermostatic Fan Control – Preset
“I’ve been using this kit for several years on my off road truck. It’s hooked up to a powerful flex-a-lite fan and handles the load with ease. I have”