2008 Kia Rio Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

14 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Rio, from WAI GLOBAL, ACDELCO, BOSCH and 7 other brands. HL MANDO 11A1058 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, HL MANDO, TYC, WAI GLOBAL and 4 other brands supply 7 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is HL MANDO 11A1058.

In the Remanufactured grade, ACDELCO, BOSCH, FVP and 4 other brands supply 7 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3341025.

This table covers the pulleys on the alternator shaft. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

This group shows a single part: VEMO V52230001.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

5 Battery parts for the 2008 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — DEKA, ACDELCO, EXIDE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A3585.

In the AGM (Extended Life) grade, DEKA, ACDELCO, EXIDE and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DEKA 9A3585.

In the Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) grade, FULLRIVER supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FULLRIVER FT75035.

This group includes DEKA 9A3585, ACDELCO 35AGM and EXIDE MX35 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 2008 Kia Rio come from DEKA.

Part numbers include DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the trays the battery sits in. Read more

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO HY2995102.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

3 Flasher parts for the 2008 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, TRIDON / NOVITA and WELLS.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY751, TRIDON / NOVITA EP34 and WELLS 1R2256.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

27 Fuse parts for the 2008 Kia Rio come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATM10. They are grouped as 10 Amp, 120 Amp, 15 Amp, 150 Amp, 20 Amp, 25 Amp, 30 Amp, 40 Amp, 50 Amp and 80 Amp, with 30 Amp the largest group at 6 parts from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

This group shows a single part: HELLA 011225901.

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

12 Speed Sensor parts for the 2008 Kia Rio come from 8 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS, GPD and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC487.

The Economy section lists 2 options from GPD and VEMO — the catalog's value-priced group. GPD 1815545 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS, WALKER PRODUCTS and 3 other brands supply 10 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC487.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. 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

22 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Rio, from REMY, TERREPOWER, BOSCH and 7 other brands. HL MANDO 12A1363 carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 14 parts, from HL MANDO, REMY, BOSCH and 5 other brands. A representative part number is HL MANDO 12A1363.

Remanufactured: 8 parts, from REMY, TERREPOWER, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361753.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR778.