2013 Kia Forte 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 2013 Kia Forte, 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 2013 Kia Forte — CONTINENTAL 64515.

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

2 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — HYUNDAI and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include HYUNDAI 2546221000 and VICTOR REINZ 151118601.

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 for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — CALORSTAT, HYUNDAI and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0201, HYUNDAI 254403K000 and MOTORAD T170.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from US MOTOR WORKS.

Listed part numbers: US MOTOR WORKS 16749, US MOTOR WORKS 16779 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 2013 Kia Forte, 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

10 Radiator parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Forte, from FAMOUS BRAND, GPD, CSF and 7 other brands. CSF 3835 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND and GPD. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 1605531484.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from CSF, TYC, AGILITY and 5 other brands. CSF 3835 is listed in this group.

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 2013 Kia Forte, 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

9 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 8 brands — FOUR SEASONS, SKP, GPD and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK621497.

The Economy section: 3 options from SKP, GPD and TECHPRO. SKP SK621497 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, AGILITY, TYC and 2 other brands. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 76289.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK621497, GPD 2811708 and TECHPRO KI3115131, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

This group shows a single part: AUTO 7 3210063.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Resistor parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Forte, from GATES and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include GATES FCM152 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY2014.

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

8 Radiator Hose parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — DAYCO, CONTINENTAL, GATES and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 72311.

Part numbers include DAYCO 72311, DAYCO 72404 and ACDELCO 27076X, 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 are listed for the 2013 Kia Forte, from GPD, HOLSTEIN, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 11 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1581695 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from GPD, HOLSTEIN, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is GPD 1712556.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from BECK/ARNLEY, FOUR SEASONS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 7 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1581695 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

13 Thermostat parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 9 brands — MOTORAD, FACET, AISIN and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is AISIN THK007.

Premium: 1 part, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7442180.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from FACET, MOTORAD, AISIN and 5 other brands. A representative part number is AISIN THK007.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

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 are listed for the 2013 Kia Forte, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, VICTOR REINZ and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO 35921 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — GATES, DORMAN, MOTORAD and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD CH7027.

The Economy section: 1 option from DORMAN. DORMAN 9025195 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from GATES, MOTORAD and FOUR SEASONS. A representative part number is MOTORAD CH7027.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD CH7027, DORMAN 9025195 and FOUR SEASONS 86027, plus the other parts above.

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 2013 Kia Forte, from AJUSA, APEX and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include AJUSA 01113800, APEX AWO2093 and FEL-PRO 35368.

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

14 Water Pump parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 11 brands — DAYCO, GMB, GATES and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is US MOTOR WORKS US6220.

The Economy section: 5 options from US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US6220 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 9 parts, from DAYCO, GMB, GATES and 3 other brands. A representative part number is DAYCO DP738B.

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

10 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Forte, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, BECK/ARNLEY and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO 35813 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the Water Pump Seal O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

2 Water Pump Seal / O-Ring parts for the 2013 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — APEX and FEL-PRO.

This group includes APEX AWP3203 and FEL-PRO ES72872.