2005 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 2005 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 hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

This group shows a single part: CONTINENTAL 61328.

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

One part is listed for the 2005 Kia Rio — ELRING 453010.

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

One part is listed for the 2005 Kia Rio — TECHPRO KI3014101.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2005 Kia Rio.

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 for the 2005 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

9 Radiator parts for the 2005 Kia Rio come from 8 brands — NISSENS, ULTRA-POWER, FAMOUS BRAND and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is ULTRA-POWER 2701.

The Economy section: 3 options from ULTRA-POWER, FAMOUS BRAND and GPD. ULTRA-POWER 2701 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from NISSENS, CSF, AGILITY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3294.

This group includes ULTRA-POWER 2701, FAMOUS BRAND 432678 and GPD 2701C and the remaining 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 for the 2005 Kia Rio 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: 6 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. A representative part number is MOTORAD T16R.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD T16R, CALORSTAT RC0212 and GATES 31534, plus the other parts 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 2005 Kia Rio, from SKP, GPD, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. SKP SK620734 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and GPD. A representative part number is SKP SK620734.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from FOUR SEASONS, TYC, UAC and 1 other brand. FOUR SEASONS 76075 is listed in this group.

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

This group shows a single part: 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 are listed for the 2005 Kia Rio, from DAYCO, ACDELCO and GATES. DAYCO 72105 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from DAYCO. A representative part number is DAYCO 81031.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from DAYCO, ACDELCO and GATES. DAYCO 72105 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: DAYCO 72105, DAYCO 81031 and ACDELCO 20387S, 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

14 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2005 Kia Rio come from 12 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FOUR SEASONS, GPD and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122T.

The Economy section: 5 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122T is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 9 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, HELLA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 5 other brands. A representative part number is HELLA 009107441.

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 are listed for the 2005 Kia Rio, from MOTORAD, FACET, CALORSTAT and 4 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: 16 options from FACET, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 4 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

11 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2005 Kia Rio come from 10 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO, GATES and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35251.

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 2005 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: 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 are listed for the 2005 Kia Rio, from FAMOUS BRAND, US MOTOR WORKS, AIRTEX 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: 3 options from AISIN, GATES and GMB. AISIN WPK820 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

5 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2005 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, ELRING and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35798.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 35798, APEX AWP3178 and ELRING 726640, among others listed above.