2001 Kia Rio 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 for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 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 3 options from FVP, PRESTONE and PEAK — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

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, AISIN and PEAK supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is AISIN ACG004.

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

One part is listed for the 2001 Kia Rio — TECHPRO KI3014101.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies both parts for the 2001 Kia Rio.

Part numbers include 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 for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT.

Part numbers include GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122, among others listed 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

7 Radiator parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 7 brands — ULTRA-POWER, TYC, AGILITY and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is ULTRA-POWER 2392.

The Economy section: 1 option from ULTRA-POWER. ULTRA-POWER 2392 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from TYC, AGILITY, FVP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is TYC 2392.

Part numbers include ULTRA-POWER 2392 and AGILITY 8012392, 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

7 Radiator Cap parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 4 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T13R.

In the Locking Replacement grade, CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is CALORSTAT RC0213.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORAD T13R.

Part numbers include MOTORAD T13R, CALORSTAT RC0213 and GATES 31533, among others listed above.

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

6 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2001 Kia Rio, from TECHPRO, GPD, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. FOUR SEASONS 76025 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from TECHPRO and GPD. A representative part number is GPD 2811340.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from FOUR SEASONS, VDO / CONTINENTAL and UAC. FOUR SEASONS 76025 is listed in this group.

This group includes FOUR SEASONS 76025, GPD 2811340 and TECHPRO KI3115107 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

One part is listed for the 2001 Kia Rio — AUTO 7 3210029.

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

7 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2001 Kia Rio, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 81041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is DAYCO 81041.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from DAYCO, ACDELCO and GATES. DAYCO 71489 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DAYCO 81041, CONTINENTAL 52015 and DAYCO 71489, 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

12 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 12 brands — ULTRA-POWER, BWD/NIEHOFF, GPD and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is ULTRA-POWER 5S1545.

The Economy section: 4 options from ULTRA-POWER, BWD/NIEHOFF, GPD and 1 other brand. ULTRA-POWER 5S1545 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, HELLA, FOUR SEASONS and 5 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580627.

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 are listed for the 2001 Kia Rio, from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, FACET and 3 other brands. AISIN THK004 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Performance grade, MOTORAD supplies 1 part: engineered beyond original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MOTORAD 2323180.

The Premium section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7323180 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, FACET and 3 other brands. AISIN THK004 is listed in this group.

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

9 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 8 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO, GATES and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35251.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 35251, GATES 33644 and APEX AWO2014, 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

3 Water Inlet Gasket parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes APEX AWO2210, FEL-PRO 35797 and MAHLE / CLEVITE C32119.

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 are listed for the 2001 Kia Rio, from FAMOUS BRAND, GMB, US MOTOR WORKS and 6 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 160099481 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 6 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX and 2 other brands. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 160099481.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from GMB, GATES and AISIN. GATES 43507 is listed in this group.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

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

4 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2001 Kia Rio come from 4 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWP3178, FEL-PRO 35798 and MAHLE / CLEVITE K32216, plus the other parts above.