2018 Kia Forte Engine Parts

This table covers the connecting rods between each piston and the crankshaft. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Forte — TOPLINE CRHY23L.

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

2 Connecting Rod Bearing parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

This group includes ENGINETECH BB1100 and TOPLINE RBHY23.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

5 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, APEX and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO CS26561 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO CS26561, AJUSA 54245200 and APEX ACS13028 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the crankshafts that turn piston motion into rotation. Read more

TOPLINE supplies both parts for the 2018 Kia Forte.

This group includes TOPLINE CSHY23R and TOPLINE CSHY23S.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

3 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — TOPLINE and ENGINETECH.

This group includes ENGINETECH BC1101, TOPLINE TWHY23 and TOPLINE MBHY23L.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

4 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and NATIONAL.

Part numbers include BCA NS99157, NATIONAL 99157 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS99157, among others listed above.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. 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

12 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 8 brands — FEL-PRO, NATIONAL, APEX and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO BS40742.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

5 Cylinder Head Bolt parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from ENGINETECH, AJUSA, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. ENGINETECH HB307 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH HB307, AJUSA 81066700 and FEL-PRO ES73257, among others listed above.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. 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 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from AJUSA, APEX, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include AJUSA 10252000, APEX AHG1427 and FEL-PRO 26841PT, among others listed above.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

7 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from ENGINETECH, MAHLE / CLEVITE, TOPLINE and 1 other brand. ENGINETECH HY20HSE carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH HY20HSE, MAHLE / CLEVITE HS55397A and AJUSA 52572600, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the block heaters that warm the coolant or oil in cold weather. Read more

2 Engine Block Heater parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from KAT'S HEATERS.

This group includes KAT'S HEATERS 11812 and KAT'S HEATERS 28812.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

5 Engine Cover parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from TECHPRO and VARIOUS MFR. TECHPRO KI1228150 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: TECHPRO KI1228150, TECHPRO KI1228165 and TECHPRO KI1228166, plus the other parts above.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from TOPLINE and AJUSA.

This group includes AJUSA 50524700, TOPLINE CGSHY23E and TOPLINE CGSHY23N.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

3 Exhaust Valve parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — HYUNDAI, MELLING and TOPLINE.

This group includes HYUNDAI 222122E000, MELLING V5571 and TOPLINE EVHY23.

This table covers the followers that drive a mechanical fuel pump off the camshaft. Read more

2 Fuel Pump Camshaft Follower parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS GDF401 and WELLS 5T5017.

This table covers the crankshaft pulleys / harmonic balancers at the front of the engine. Read more

5 Harmonic Balancer parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from HYUNDAI, ATP, DAYCO and 2 other brands. HYUNDAI 231242E000 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: HYUNDAI 231242E000, ATP 102358 and DAYCO PB1762N, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. 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

3 Intake Manifold Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and AJUSA.

This group includes AJUSA 13276100, MAHLE / CLEVITE MS20453 and MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19949.

This table covers the Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Forte — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS IMRC23.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

3 Intake Valve parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — HYUNDAI, MELLING and TOPLINE.

This group includes HYUNDAI 222112E400, MELLING V5565 and TOPLINE IVHY23.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

4 Motor Mount parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — SKP, ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and 1 other brand.

The Economy section lists 1 option from SKP — the catalog's value-priced group. SKP SKM9797 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and PIONEER supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ANCHOR 9797.

Listed part numbers: SKP SKM9797, ANCHOR 9797 and DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A71004, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

This group shows a single part: ANCHOR 300990.

This table covers the heat exchangers that cool engine oil. Typical signs include oil at the cooler fittings, or coolant that looks like a milkshake. Pressure-test both circuits after a cooler swap — a leak here mixes oil and coolant. Read more

2 Oil Cooler parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — AUTOTECNICA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Listed part numbers: AUTOTECNICA HY1421718 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS OCK106.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. 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 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from DORMAN, AJUSA, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. DORMAN 095147 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 095147, AJUSA 22007100 and DORMAN 995147CD, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

4 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand.

This group includes CALORSTAT OC2331, GATES 31083 and MOTORAD MO151 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

21 Oil Filter parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 16 brands — BOSCH, VARIOUS MFR, WIX and 13 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOBIL M1104A.

The Economy section: 5 options from BOSCH, FRAM, FVP and 2 other brands. BOSCH 72228WS is listed in this group.

The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from MOBIL and WIX — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL M1104A is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 14 parts, from ACKOJA, HYUNDAI, BOSCH and 9 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 3312.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

3 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from DORMAN, SKP and SPECTRA PREMIUM.

Part numbers include DORMAN 264276, SKP SKHYP32A and SPECTRA PREMIUM HYP32A.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. 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: VICTOR REINZ 703141410.

This table covers the Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

4 Oil Pump parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 3 brands — MELLING, SKP and ENGINETECH.

The Economy section: 1 option from SKP. SKP SKM519 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from MELLING and ENGINETECH. A representative part number is ENGINETECH EP214.

Listed part numbers: SKP SKM519, ENGINETECH EP214 and MELLING M574, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pistons that travel in each cylinder. Typical signs include knock, blow-by, or a cylinder that will not hold compression. Piston work is a short-block job. Match bore, pin and ring pack in the notes — not the photo. Read more

4 Piston parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from TOPLINE, ENGINETECH and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH P4506, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RY2020 and TOPLINE PAHY23E, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Piston Pin bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

2 Piston Pin Bushing parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH EB0284 and TOPLINE PBHY23.

This table covers the rings that seal each piston to the cylinder wall. Read more

5 Piston Ring parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING, ENGINETECH, TOPLINE and 1 other brand. ENGINETECH C31894 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Premium section lists 1 option from ENGINETECH — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. ENGINETECH C31894 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING and TOPLINE. HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C4357S is listed in this group.

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

This group includes ENGINETECH C31894, HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C4357S and HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C4357 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the timing chains that keep the cams in time with the crank. Read more

9 Timing Chain parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from CLOYES, S.A. GEAR, INA and 2 other brands. CLOYES C515 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES C515, S.A. GEAR C1085 and CLOYES C966, plus the other parts above.

This table covers kits that group a timing chain with the related tensioners and guides. Read more

12 Timing Chain & Component Kit parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 7 brands — S.A. GEAR, CLOYES, INA and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is S.A. GEAR 76309S.

The Economy section: 5 options from S.A. GEAR, GATES and PREFERRED COMPONENTS INC. S.A. GEAR 76309S is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from CLOYES, INA, MELLING and 1 other brand. A representative part number is CLOYES 90966SX.

This table covers the guides and dampers that keep the timing chain on its path. Read more

10 Timing Chain Guide / Damper parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from CLOYES, S.A. GEAR, INA and 2 other brands. CLOYES 95761 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

6 Timing Chain Tensioner parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 5 brands — HYUNDAI, S.A. GEAR, CLOYES and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is HYUNDAI 244102E000.

Listed part numbers: HYUNDAI 244102E000, S.A. GEAR 91192 and CLOYES 95759, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Timing covers. Read more

3 Timing Cover parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from ACKOJA, HYUNDAI and TOPLINE.

Listed part numbers: ACKOJA A520552, HYUNDAI 213502E740 and TOPLINE TCHY23F.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. 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

2 Timing Cover Seal parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and SKF.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE 68021 and SKF 15957.

This table covers the Torque Strut mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

4 Torque Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, HYUNDAI and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: ANCHOR 9761, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A71209 and HYUNDAI 219503X000, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Valve covers. Read more

4 Valve Cover parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from APEX, ACKOJA and HYUNDAI.

Part numbers include ACKOJA A529682, APEX VCS1427 and APEX VCS1398, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. 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 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 5 brands — BECK/ARNLEY, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AVC1398S.

Part numbers include APEX AVC1398S, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS50733 and AJUSA 56082600, among others listed above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

2 Valve Guide parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH GD1797BR and TOPLINE VGHY11.

This table covers the lifters / tappets that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

5 Valve Lifter parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 5 brands — ENGINETECH, ACKOJA, AJUSA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ENGINETECH L2312.

This group includes ENGINETECH L2312, ACKOJA A520739 and AJUSA 85020200 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the springs that close each intake and exhaust valve. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a broken coil, or a clunk from the spring pocket. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats. Read more

2 Valve Spring parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from MELLING and QUALCAST.

Listed part numbers: MELLING VS2511 and QUALCAST 322511.

This table covers the keepers that lock each valve-spring retainer to the stem. Read more

4 Valve Spring Retainer Keeper parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Forte, from HYUNDAI, MELLING, QUALCAST and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include HYUNDAI 2222302500, MELLING VL1060 and QUALCAST 345008, among others listed above.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. 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

8 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 7 brands — AJUSA, APEX, FEL-PRO and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AVS2085.

This group includes APEX AVS2085, FEL-PRO SS71268 and AJUSA 12025500 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

29 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 14 brands — S.A. GEAR, SKP, ULTRA-POWER and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK918034. Economy and Standard Replacement are all represented, and Economy alone accounts for 16 parts.

This table covers the cam phaser sprockets used by the variable-valve-timing system. Read more

7 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Sprocket parts for the 2018 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, S.A. GEAR, HYUNDAI and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VVT689.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VVT689, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VVT766 and HYUNDAI 243702E650, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Sprocket bolts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Forte — CLOYES VCB104.