2009 Kia Sorento 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

14 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

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 Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

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

5 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from HYUNDAI, FEL-PRO, APEX and 1 other brand. FEL-PRO 35959 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35959, APEX AWO2297 and HYUNDAI 2546221000, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. 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

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Listed part numbers: CALORSTAT RC0161, DORMAN 54018 and MOTORAD T163.

This table covers the Coolant Water Crossover Mounting sets. Read more

3 Coolant Water Crossover Mounting Set parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 3 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

This group includes FEL-PRO ES72971, MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33589 and VICTOR REINZ 181015601.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

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

6 Radiator parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 6 brands — FVP, TYC, AGILITY and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP RAD2962. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

Part numbers include FVP RAD2962, TYC 2962 and AGILITY 8012962, 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

8 Radiator Cap parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 5 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T16R. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

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: 5 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 2 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

7 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from DORMAN, GPD, TECHPRO and 4 other brands. DORMAN 620794 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN, GPD and TECHPRO. A representative part number is DORMAN 620794.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from FOUR SEASONS, KIA, NISSENS and 1 other brand. FOUR SEASONS 76309 is listed in this group.

This group includes DORMAN 620794, GPD 2811627 and TECHPRO KI3115126 and the remaining parts 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

5 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from GATES, DAYCO and CONTINENTAL. GATES 23314 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Part numbers include GATES 23314, CONTINENTAL 66273 and DAYCO 72670, 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

14 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 13 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

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

Standard Replacement: 10 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI and 7 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

8 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from AISIN, GATES, ACKOJA and 5 other brands. AISIN THY002 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Part numbers include AISIN THY002, GATES 34766 and ACKOJA A70990003, among others listed above.

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

16 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35894. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.

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

One part is listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento — MOTORAD CH3211.

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

9 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2009 Kia Sorento, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, SKP and 6 other brands. DAYCO DP1227 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2009 Sorento.

Economy: 4 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, FVP, SKP and 1 other brand. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1312288.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from DAYCO, GATES, AISIN and 1 other brand. DAYCO DP1227 is listed in this group.

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

Listed part numbers: DAYCO DP1227, BECK/ARNLEY 1312288 and FVP US6048, plus the other parts above.

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

13 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2009 Kia Sorento come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35896. Every part fits both the 3.3L V6 and the 3.8L V6.