2000 Kia Sephia 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

13 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 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, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

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 4 options from BECK/ARNLEY, AISIN and PEAK — built to original-equipment specification. AISIN ACG004 is listed in this group.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. 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

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes APEX AWO2403, FEL-PRO 36103 and MAHLE / CLEVITE C33469.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from US MOTOR WORKS.

Part numbers include 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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from 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

9 Radiator parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from FAMOUS BRAND, GPD, CSF and 6 other brands. CSF 2927 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND and GPD. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 431466.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from CSF, TYC, AGILITY and 4 other brands. CSF 2927 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include CSF 2927, FAMOUS BRAND 431466 and GPD 2269C, among others listed 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 2000 Kia Sephia, from CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. MOTORAD T16R carries the "Popular" badge.

The Locking Replacement section lists 4 options from CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD — grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. CALORSTAT RC0213 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. MOTORAD T16R is listed in this group.

This group includes MOTORAD T16R, CALORSTAT RC0213 and CALORSTAT RC0212 and the remaining 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 for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 6 brands — FOUR SEASONS, DORMAN, TECHPRO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FOUR SEASONS 75536.

The Economy section: 3 options from DORMAN, TECHPRO and ULTRA-POWER. DORMAN 620711 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, ACKOJA and UAC. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 75536.

Part numbers include FOUR SEASONS 75536, DORMAN 620711 and TECHPRO KI3115105, among others listed above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

VDO / CONTINENTAL supplies both parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia.

This group includes VDO / CONTINENTAL PM9173 and VDO / CONTINENTAL PM9168.

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

9 Radiator Hose parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 4 brands — DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 81051.

The Economy section: 2 options from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. DAYCO 81051 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from DAYCO, ACDELCO, GATES and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DAYCO 71485.

Part numbers include DAYCO 81051, CONTINENTAL 52017 and DAYCO 71485, 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

13 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from VEMO, ULTRA-POWER, BWD/NIEHOFF and 9 other brands. ULTRA-POWER 5S1545 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from ULTRA-POWER, VEMO, BWD/NIEHOFF and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER 5S1545.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from HELLA, BECK/ARNLEY, FOUR SEASONS and 5 other brands. HELLA 009107441 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

11 Thermostat parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 6 brands — MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, AISIN and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is AISIN THK004.

The Performance section lists 1 option from MOTORAD — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. MOTORAD 2323180 is listed in this group.

Premium: 1 part, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7323180.

Standard Replacement: 9 parts, from CALORSTAT, MOTORAD, AISIN and 3 other brands. A representative part number is AISIN THK004.

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

12 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO, GATES and 7 other brands. FEL-PRO 35251 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

2 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 2 brands — HYUNDAI and KIA.

Part numbers include HYUNDAI 0K24715172A, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Water Inlet. 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

One part is listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia — MAHLE / CLEVITE K31753.

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

12 Water Pump parts for the 2000 Kia Sephia come from 11 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is FAMOUS BRAND 160067856.

The Economy section: 8 options from FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA and 4 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 160067856 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from GATES, AISIN, GMB and 1 other brand. A representative part number is GATES 42302.

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

7 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 2000 Kia Sephia, from APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand. APEX AWP3072 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes APEX AWP3072, FEL-PRO 35457 and APEX AWP3162 and the remaining parts above.