The 2017 Kia Forte has 20 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 6 part types and 10 brands, covering both the 1.6L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2017 Kia Forte, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (13 parts), Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (3 parts) and CV Intermediate Shaft (1 part). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 2017 Kia Forte was sold with both the 1.6L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2017 Kia Forte drivetrain parts are TRAKMOTIVE (5 parts), APWI (4 parts) and GSP (4 parts), plus 7 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
3 parts on this 2017 Kia Forte page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including APWI HY8434A (CV Axle) and APWI KA8062A (CV Axle). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWI Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 | HY8434A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| APWI Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 | KA8062A | 🇺🇸 US | Front RightAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| APWI Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 | KA8031A | 🇺🇸 US | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 2.0L L4 | HY8497A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 | NCV75079 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 | NCV37088 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 | NCV37085 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 | NCV37089 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.0L L4 | TN60176 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.0L L4 | HY8292 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.0L L4 | KA8068 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.0L L4 | KA8085 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.0L L4 | KA8082 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
13 CV Axle parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — APWI, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is APWI HY8434A.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | KA3509 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Forte — TRAKMOTIVE KA3509.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GKN Fits: 2.0L L4 | 307125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | OUTER Diameter 0.826 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
This group shows a single part: GKN 307125.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 2.0L L4 | RB6207 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Manual trans.Mitsubishi trans. | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA Fits: 2.0L L4 | WE61445 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Manual trans. | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Fits: 2.0L L4 | 207 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Manual trans.Mitsubishi trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
3 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and NATIONAL.
The Economy section lists 1 option from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6207 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, BCA and NATIONAL supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is BCA WE61445.
Listed part numbers: WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6207, BCA WE61445 and NATIONAL 207.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACKOJA Fits: 2.0L L4 | A539901 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Fits Automatic trans.Front Leftor Automatic trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Forte — ACKOJA A539901.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Fits: 2.0L L4 | 30305024750 | 🇺🇸 US | 75W90 Racing Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
This group shows a single part: IDEMITSU 30305024750.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2017 Kia Forte
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2017 Kia Forte?
Our catalog currently lists 20 drivetrain parts for the 2017 Kia Forte across 6 subcategories and 10 brands, covering both the 1.6L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2017 Kia Forte engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2017 Kia Forte?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2017 Kia Forte was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2017 Kia Forte?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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