2018 Kia Sorento 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 2018 Kia Sorento come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 2.4L L4 and 3.3L V6).

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 3 options from FVP, PRESTONE and PEAK — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

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 seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. 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

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from APEX, FEL-PRO and HYUNDAI.

This group includes APEX AWO2297, FEL-PRO 35959 and HYUNDAI 2546235504.

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

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento — AUTOTECNICA HY0723959.

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

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento — MOTORAD T142.

This table covers the Coolant Water Crossover Mounting sets. Read more

2 Coolant Water Crossover Mounting Set parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO ES72971 and MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33610.

This table covers the Cooling Fan control modules. Read more

3 Cooling Fan Control Module parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from AUTOTECNICA, GATES and KIA. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA KI0622577, GATES FCM155 and KIA 25385C6500.

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

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and GATES. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 2.4L L4 and 3.3L V6).

Listed part numbers: GATES 31428, MOTORAD 3121 and MOTORAD 3122.

This table covers the intercoolers that cool turbo or supercharger charge air. Read more

3 Intercooler parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 3 brands — GPD, TECHPRO and TYC.

This group includes GPD 2711394, TECHPRO KI3012103 and TYC 18069.

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

21 Radiator parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 10 brands — KOYORAD, OSC, TYC and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3790.

The Economy section: 2 options from TECHPRO and ULTRA-POWER. TECHPRO KI3010151 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from CSF, KOYORAD, FVP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3790.

13 further parts sit outside the graded sections, 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

7 Radiator Cap parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 4 brands — GATES, MOTORAD, CALORSTAT and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is GATES 31534. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

In the Locking Replacement grade, GATES, MOTORAD and CALORSTAT 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 GATES 31534.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, DORMAN and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORAD T16R.

Part numbers include GATES 31534, MOTORAD ST16R and CALORSTAT RC0212, among others listed above.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

12 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from DORMAN, GPD, TYC and 6 other brands. DORMAN 620942 carries the "Popular" badge. 1 part fits every engine; the other 11 are engine-specific.

Economy: 5 parts, from DORMAN, GPD and TECHPRO. A representative part number is DORMAN 620942.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from TYC, AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. AGILITY 6010316 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento — HYUNDAI 252313R000.

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

11 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from GATES, CONTINENTAL and DAYCO. CONTINENTAL 66605 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 2018 Kia Sorento come from 12 brands — NTK, WELLS, GPD and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 1581695. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 3 options from GPD, HOLSTEIN and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. GPD 1712556 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from NTK, WELLS, BECK/ARNLEY and 6 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1581695.

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

23 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY, HYUNDAI and 5 other brands. AISIN THYK806 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from AUTOTECNICA. A representative part number is AUTOTECNICA HY0715066.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY, HYUNDAI and 3 other brands. AISIN THYK806 is listed in this group.

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

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

19 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 4 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, HYUNDAI and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35921.

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

24 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from GATES, MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and 3 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1470114 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Water Inlet. 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

2 Water Inlet Gasket parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — APEX and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include APEX AWO2093 and FEL-PRO 35368.

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

19 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from FVP, AISIN, DAYCO and 6 other brands. US MOTOR WORKS US8163 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 7 parts, from US MOTOR WORKS, BECK/ARNLEY, FVP and 1 other brand. A representative part number is US MOTOR WORKS US8163.

The Standard Replacement section: 11 options from AISIN, DAYCO, GATES and 2 other brands. AISIN WPK823 is listed in this group.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, 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

13 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35813.

This table covers the Water Pump Seal O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

2 Water Pump Seal / O-Ring parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from APEX and FEL-PRO.

This group includes APEX AWP3203 and FEL-PRO ES72872.