The 1998 Kia Sephia has 52 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 20 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1998 Kia Sephia, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 52 listed parts are CV Axle (33 parts), Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (14 parts) and CV Joint Boot (5 parts).
The 1998 Kia Sephia came with a single engine, the 1.8L L4, and every part is verified against it.
20 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1998 Kia Sephia, led by CARDONE (9 parts), FAMOUS BRAND (5 parts) and AUTO EXTRA (4 parts), plus 17 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1998 Kia Sephia. 10 parts have it, including HERI 87614 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 03680 (CV Joint Boot). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
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| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HERI Popular | 87614 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| HERI Popular | 87615 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA | MZ88578A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightFront | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA | 249044 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA | MZ88056A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Leftwith Auto Trans | View on Amazon |
| AUTO EXTRA | KA88506A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftExcept with Automatic Transmission | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 608114 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 602011 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 608113 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 602105 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 608115 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 608116 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | 1700197714 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | NCV75505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightFront | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | NCV75504 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | NCV11545 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | NCV75503 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftFront | View on Amazon |
| FENCO/FENWICK | CV2018 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightFront | View on Amazon |
| HERI | 87613 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| MEGA | MX19395S | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftNew CV Shaft | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular | NCV75505 | 🇺🇸 US | Front RightTo 07/14/2000 | View on Amazon |
| GSP Popular | NCV11545 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN40213 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular | FD8022 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Leftwithout Anti-lock Brakes | View on Amazon |
| APWI | MZ8070A | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right4-Wheel ABS (ABS Sensors on all 4 Wheels) | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 668098 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 668114 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 662105 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV75503 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN60309 | 🇺🇸 US | Front RightTo 07/14/2000 | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN60307 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | MZ8044 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | KA8024 | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
33 CV Axle parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from CARDONE, FAMOUS BRAND, AUTO EXTRA and 7 other brands. HERI 87614 carries the "Popular" badge. Economy and Standard Replacement are all represented, and Economy alone accounts for 20 parts.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular | 03680 | 🇺🇸 US | OuterJoint Diameter 3.83" | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1032532 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 614001 | 🇺🇸 US | Joint Diameter 3.58"Shaft End Inside Diameter .93" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 614002 | 🇺🇸 US | Joint Diameter 3.3"Shaft End Inside Diameter 0.87" | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | DX307 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
5 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from DORMAN, BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH. DORMAN 03680 carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 03680, BECK/ARNLEY 1032532 and DORMAN 614001, plus the other parts above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
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| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Popular | WTA17 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WTL68111 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT32008X | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA Popular | NBA17 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race SetIncludes Cup and Cone | View on Amazon |
| SKF Popular | BR17 | 🇺🇸 US | Automatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB32008 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race SetIncludes Cup and Cone | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | A17 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | 32008 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| NSK | L68149 | 🇺🇸 US | Inside Diameter: 35 MMWidth, Outer Race: 16.76 mm | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | L68111 | 🇺🇸 US | Race Only | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | KT17 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing and Race Set | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | KL68149 | 🇺🇸 US | 16.764 mm Width19.29 mm Outside Diameter | View on Amazon |
| SKF | L68111VP | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SET17 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
14 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, SCHAEFFLER, BCA and 4 other brands. WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA17 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA17.
The Standard Replacement section lists 11 options from SCHAEFFLER, BCA, SKF and 3 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. BCA NBA17 is listed in this group.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1998 Kia Sephia
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 1.8L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1998 Kia Sephia?
Our catalog currently lists 52 drivetrain parts for the 1998 Kia Sephia across 3 subcategories and 20 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1998 Kia Sephia?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1998 Kia Sephia was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1998 Kia Sephia?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.8L L4 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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