2004 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 are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, 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 hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

One part is listed for the 2004 Kia Rio — CONTINENTAL 61328.

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

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO KI3014101.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2004 Kia Rio come from US MOTOR WORKS.

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 are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, 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 2004 Kia Rio, from NISSENS, ULTRA-POWER, FAMOUS BRAND and 5 other brands. ULTRA-POWER 2701 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from ULTRA-POWER, FAMOUS BRAND and GPD. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER 2701.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from NISSENS, CSF, AGILITY and 2 other brands. CSF 3294 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: ULTRA-POWER 2701, FAMOUS BRAND 432678 and GPD 2701C, 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

9 Radiator Cap parts are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, from CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 3 other brands. MOTORAD T16R carries the "Popular" badge.

The Locking Replacement section lists 3 options from CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD — grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. CALORSTAT RC0212 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. MOTORAD T16R is listed in this group.

Part numbers include MOTORAD T16R, CALORSTAT RC0212 and GATES 31534, 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 for the 2004 Kia Rio come from 6 brands — SKP, GPD, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK620734.

The Economy section: 2 options from SKP and GPD. SKP SK620734 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, TYC, UAC and 1 other brand. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 76075.

This group includes SKP SK620734, GPD 2811340 and FOUR SEASONS 76075 and the remaining parts 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

One part is listed for the 2004 Kia Rio — AUTO 7 3150062.

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

5 Radiator Hose parts for the 2004 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — DAYCO, ACDELCO and GATES. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 72105.

The Economy section: 1 option from DAYCO. DAYCO 81031 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from DAYCO, ACDELCO and GATES. A representative part number is DAYCO 72105.

Part numbers include DAYCO 72105, DAYCO 81031 and ACDELCO 20387S, 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 are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, from ULTRA-POWER, BWD/NIEHOFF, GPD and 9 other brands. ULTRA-POWER 5S1545 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from ULTRA-POWER, BWD/NIEHOFF, GPD and 1 other brand. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER 5S1545.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from BECK/ARNLEY, HELLA, FOUR SEASONS and 5 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1580627 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

23 Thermostat parts for the 2004 Kia Rio come from 7 brands — MOTORAD, FACET, CALORSTAT and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD 5240180.

In the Heavy Duty grade, MOTORAD supplies 2 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is MOTORAD 5240180.

The Performance section lists 2 options from MOTORAD — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. MOTORAD 2040180 is listed in this group.

Premium: 3 parts, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7240180.

Standard Replacement: 16 parts, from FACET, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 4 other brands. A representative part number is MOTORAD 240180.

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

11 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO, GATES and 7 other brands. FEL-PRO 35251 carries the "Popular" badge.

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 are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, from APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include 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

10 Water Pump parts for the 2004 Kia Rio come from 9 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is FAMOUS BRAND 160099481.

The Economy section: 6 options from FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX and 2 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 160099481 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from AISIN, GATES and GMB. A representative part number is AISIN WPK820.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, 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 are listed for the 2004 Kia Rio, from 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.