2016 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

14 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 3 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 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 Hose Connector flanges. Read more

2 Coolant Hose Connector / Flange parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 2 brands — ACKOJA and SKP.

Part numbers include ACKOJA A529671 and SKP SK121228.

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 Rio — MAHLE / CLEVITE C32833.

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

2 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Rio, from CALORSTAT and HYUNDAI.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0205 and HYUNDAI 254401R000.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

US MOTOR WORKS supplies the 3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts for the 2016 Kia Rio.

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 for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 3 brands — 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

16 Radiator parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 10 brands — CSF, TYC, FVP and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3540.

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 Rio come from 5 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 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: 5 parts, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. A representative part number is MOTORAD T16R.

This group includes MOTORAD T16R, CALORSTAT RC0212 and GATES 31534 and the remaining 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 2016 Kia Rio, from SKP, GPD, AGILITY and 4 other brands. SKP SK620442 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and GPD. A representative part number is SKP SK620442.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS, TYC and 2 other brands. AGILITY 6010069 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include SKP SK620442, GPD 2811730 and AGILITY 6010069, among others listed above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Resistor parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 2 brands — GATES and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include GATES FCM153 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY2015.

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

10 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Rio, from GATES, DAYCO, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. CONTINENTAL 61606 carries the "Popular" badge.

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 Rio come from 13 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091.

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

7 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Rio, from GATES, MOTORAD, ACKOJA and 4 other brands. GATES 34802 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: GATES 34802, MOTORAD 726180 and ACKOJA A53990002, plus the other parts 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

5 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX, ELRING and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE C32727.

This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE C32727, APEX AWO2342 and ELRING 326310 and the remaining parts above.

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

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Rio, from SKP, DORMAN, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. SKP SK121485 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and DORMAN. A representative part number is SKP SK121485.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from FOUR SEASONS, HYUNDAI and MOTORAD. FOUR SEASONS 85973 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK121485, DORMAN 9025196 and FOUR SEASONS 85973, plus the other parts above.

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

12 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2016 Kia Rio, from US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 9 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US6247 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is US MOTOR WORKS US6247.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from ACDELCO, AISIN, DAYCO and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 252981 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

5 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2016 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, ELRING and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 36003.

This group includes FEL-PRO 36003, APEX AWP3282 and ELRING 316180 and the remaining parts above.