2003 Kia Spectra 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 2003 Kia Spectra 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 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 are listed for the 2003 Kia Spectra, from APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWO2403, FEL-PRO 36103 and MAHLE / CLEVITE C33469.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2003 Kia Spectra.

This group includes 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 for the 2003 Kia Spectra come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT.

This group includes GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122 and the remaining 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

8 Radiator parts for the 2003 Kia Spectra come from 8 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, CSF, TYC and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 2927.

The Economy section: 1 option from FAMOUS BRAND. FAMOUS BRAND 431466 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from CSF, TYC, AGILITY and 4 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 2927.

Listed part numbers: CSF 2927, FAMOUS BRAND 431466 and TYC 2441, 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

10 Radiator Cap parts for the 2003 Kia Spectra come from 6 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T16R.

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 RC0212.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from CALORSTAT, MOTORAD, SKP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is MOTORAD T16R.

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 2003 Kia Spectra, from DORMAN, TECHPRO, ULTRA-POWER and 3 other brands. FOUR SEASONS 75536 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from DORMAN, TECHPRO, ULTRA-POWER and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DORMAN 620727.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from FOUR SEASONS and UAC. FOUR SEASONS 75536 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include FOUR SEASONS 75536, DORMAN 620727 and TECHPRO KI3115114, among others listed above.

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 are listed for the 2003 Kia Spectra, from DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. DAYCO 81051 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is DAYCO 81051.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from DAYCO, ACDELCO, GATES and 1 other brand. DAYCO 71485 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: DAYCO 81051, CONTINENTAL 52017 and DAYCO 71485, plus the other parts 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

15 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2003 Kia Spectra come from 14 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091.

The Economy section: 4 options from HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD and 1 other brand. HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI and 8 other brands. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122.

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

21 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2003 Kia Spectra, from MOTORAD, FACET, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. MOTORAD 5240180 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from MOTORAD — rated for severe service. MOTORAD 5240180 is listed in this group.

In the Performance grade, MOTORAD supplies 2 parts: engineered beyond original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MOTORAD 2040180.

The Premium section: 3 options from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7240180 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 14 options from MOTORAD, FACET, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. MOTORAD 240180 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

12 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2003 Kia Spectra come from 10 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, CALORSTAT, FEL-PRO and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35251.

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

2 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2003 Kia Spectra, from HYUNDAI and KIA.

Listed part numbers: HYUNDAI 0K24715172A, plus the other parts above.