2016 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

14 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. 13 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

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 4 options from FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand — 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 Coolant filler necks. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Kia Forte — HYUNDAI 253293X600.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

2 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — CONTINENTAL and GATES. 1 part fits every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

This group includes CONTINENTAL 64515 and GATES 18547.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

6 Coolant Hose Connector / Flange parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — HYUNDAI, ACKOJA, SKP and 1 other brand.

The Economy section: 1 option from SKP. SKP SK121228 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 1 part, from HYUNDAI. A representative part number is HYUNDAI 256002E000.

4 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK121228, HYUNDAI 256002E000 and ACKOJA A529671, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Coolant Pipe. 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

One part is listed for the 2016 Kia Forte — MAHLE / CLEVITE C32833.

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

One part is listed for the 2016 Kia Forte — GPD 2811952.

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

5 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from CALORSTAT, MOTORAD and DORMAN.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0161, CALORSTAT RC0201 and DORMAN 54018, among others listed above.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

4 Cooling Fan Control Module parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from US MOTOR WORKS and AUTOTECNICA.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA KI0721547, US MOTOR WORKS 16749 and US MOTOR WORKS 16779, among others listed above.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and STANT. Every part fits all 3 engine options (1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 1.8L L4 and 2.0L L4).

Part numbers include GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122, among others listed above.

This table covers the intercoolers that cool turbo or supercharger charge air. Read more

3 Intercooler parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — GPD, TECHPRO and TYC. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes GPD 2711357, TECHPRO KI3012101 and TYC 18059.

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

33 Radiator parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 14 brands — TECHPRO, CSF, DENSO and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3761. Grades run from Economy through Standard Replacement; Standard Replacement is the most populated section, led by CSF, AGILITY, FVP and 8 other brands.

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 2016 Kia Forte come from 5 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD T16R. Every part fits all 3 engine options (1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 1.8L L4 and 2.0L L4).

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.

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

16 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from TECHPRO, TYC, UAC and 6 other brands. DORMAN 621565 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 7 parts, from TECHPRO, GPD, DORMAN and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DORMAN 621565.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from TYC, UAC, HYUNDAI and 2 other brands. HYUNDAI 253803X500 is listed in this group.

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: HYUNDAI 253863X000.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Resistor parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — GATES and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. Every part fits all 3 engine options (1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 1.8L L4 and 2.0L L4).

This group includes GATES FCM160 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY2000.

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

12 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from CONTINENTAL, DAYCO, GATES and 1 other brand. DAYCO 72592 carries the "Popular" badge. 5 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.

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 2016 Kia Forte come from 13 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091. 12 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

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

13 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from MOTORAD, AISIN, CALORSTAT and 4 other brands. AISIN THYK803 carries the "Popular" badge. 1 part fits every engine; the other 12 are engine-specific.

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

5 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWO2342, APEX AWO2408 and FEL-PRO 36004, plus the other parts above.

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

12 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from GATES, MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. DORMAN 9025196 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from DORMAN. A representative part number is DORMAN 9025196.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from GATES, MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and 1 other brand. FOUR SEASONS 85973 is listed in this group.

5 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

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

19 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Forte, from US MOTOR WORKS, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 9 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US6247 carries the "Popular" badge. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 17 are engine-specific.

Economy: 9 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 2 other brands. A representative part number is US MOTOR WORKS US6247.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from AISIN, DAYCO, GMB and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 252977 is listed in this group.

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

9 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2016 Kia Forte come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 36015.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 36015, APEX AWP3282 and APEX AWP3300, among others listed above.