2017 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

17 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 3 other brands. FVP MV5050GAL carries the "Popular" badge. 16 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

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, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from VALVOLINE — rated for severe service. VALVOLINE 846439 is listed in this group.

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 6 options from VALVOLINE, BECK/ARNLEY, AISIN and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. VALVOLINE 861399 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Coolant filler necks. Read more

This group shows a single part: HYUNDAI 253293X600.

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Forte — GATES 18547.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

4 Coolant Hose Connector / Flange parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from ACKOJA, SKP and HYUNDAI.

Economy: 1 part, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SK121228.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from HYUNDAI. HYUNDAI 256002E000 is listed in this group.

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

Part numbers include SKP SK121228, HYUNDAI 256002E000 and ACKOJA A529671, among others listed above.

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

This group shows a single part: 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

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0201, DORMAN 54018 and MOTORAD T153.

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

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MOTORAD, GATES and STANT. 1 part fits every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

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

10 Radiator parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from AGILITY, GPD, CSF and 6 other brands. CSF 3751 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 13412C.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from CSF, DENSO, AGILITY and 5 other brands. CSF 3751 is listed in this group.

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

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 are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 other brands. MOTORAD T16R carries the "Popular" badge. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

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: 5 options from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 2 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

13 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 8 brands — GPD, FOUR SEASONS, TYC and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 621565.

The Economy section: 3 options from GPD and DORMAN. DORMAN 621565 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, UAC, VDO / CONTINENTAL and 2 other brands. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 76383.

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

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Forte — HYUNDAI 25386A6100.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Resistor parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from GATES and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include 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

14 Radiator Hose parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — CONTINENTAL, GATES, DAYCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 72592.

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

12 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 8 other brands. HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091 carries the "Popular" badge. 8 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

Economy: 4 parts, from HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD and 1 other brand. A representative part number is HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091.

The Standard Replacement section: 8 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI and 5 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122 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

12 Thermostat parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 6 brands — MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, AISIN and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is CALORSTAT TH735488J.

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

4 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from FEL-PRO, APEX and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWO2408, FEL-PRO 36004 and FEL-PRO 36016, plus the other parts above.

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

10 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 6 brands — GATES, FOUR SEASONS, MOTORAD and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 9025196.

The Economy section: 1 option from DORMAN. DORMAN 9025196 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from GATES, MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 85973.

3 further parts sit outside the graded sections, 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

14 Water Pump parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 10 brands — FVP, SKP, GATES and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 252977.

The Economy section: 5 options from SKP, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 1 other brand. BECK/ARNLEY 1312429 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from GATES, GMB, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 252977.

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

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

6 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from FEL-PRO, APEX, ELRING and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO 36015 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 36015, APEX AWP3300 and ELRING 854160, plus the other parts above.