2017 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

13 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, 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 Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

2 Coolant Hose Connector / Flange parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from ACKOJA and SKP.

This group includes 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

This group shows a single part: 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 for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 2 brands — CALORSTAT and HYUNDAI.

Listed part numbers: CALORSTAT RC0205 and HYUNDAI 254401R000.

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 Rio, 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

15 Radiator parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from CSF, TYC, FVP and 6 other brands. CSF 3540 carries the "Popular" badge.

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 Rio, from CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 2 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: 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

7 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 7 brands — SKP, GPD, AGILITY and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK620442.

The Economy section: 2 options from SKP and GPD. SKP SK620442 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS, TYC and 2 other brands. A representative part number is AGILITY 6010069.

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 are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from 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 for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 4 brands — GATES, DAYCO, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is CONTINENTAL 61606.

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

13 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 9 other brands. HOLSTEIN 2CTS0091 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI and 6 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

7 Thermostat parts for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 7 brands — GATES, MOTORAD, ACKOJA and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is GATES 34802.

This group includes GATES 34802, MOTORAD 726180 and ACKOJA A53990002 and the remaining 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 are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX, ELRING and 2 other brands. MAHLE / CLEVITE C32727 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE C32727, APEX AWO2342 and ELRING 326310, among others listed above.

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

5 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 5 brands — SKP, DORMAN, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK121485.

The Economy section: 2 options from SKP and DORMAN. SKP SK121485 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from FOUR SEASONS, HYUNDAI and MOTORAD. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 85973.

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 for the 2017 Kia Rio come from 12 brands — US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is US MOTOR WORKS US6247.

The Economy section: 5 options from US MOTOR WORKS, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US6247 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from ACDELCO, AISIN, DAYCO and 4 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 252981.

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

4 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Rio, from APEX, ELRING, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include APEX AWP3282, ELRING 316180 and FEL-PRO 36003, among others listed above.