2020 Kia FORTE5 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 for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4.

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

In the Heavy Duty grade, VALVOLINE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 846439.

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, VALVOLINE, AISIN and PEAK supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.

This table covers the Coolant filler necks. Read more

One part is listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 — FOUR SEASONS 86304.

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

CALORSTAT supplies both parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5.

Listed part numbers: CALORSTAT RC0200 and CALORSTAT RC0201.

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

6 Radiator parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from 5 brands — GPD, DENSO, KOYORAD and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DENSO 2219567.

The Economy section: 1 option from GPD. GPD 13775C is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from DENSO, KOYORAD, OSC and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DENSO 2219567.

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

Part numbers include DENSO 2219567, GPD 13775C and KOYORAD A13775, among others listed above.

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

3 Radiator Cap parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from 3 brands — CALORSTAT, DORMAN and GATES. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Part numbers include CALORSTAT RC0027, DORMAN 54237 and GATES 31336.

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

5 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5, from GPD, FOUR SEASONS, NISSENS and 1 other brand. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

Economy: 2 parts, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 2812018.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from FOUR SEASONS, NISSENS and UAC. FOUR SEASONS 75194 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: GPD 2812018, GPD 2812020 and FOUR SEASONS 75194, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan resistors. Read more

This group shows a single part: GATES FCM160.

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

3 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5, from GATES and CONTINENTAL.

This group includes CONTINENTAL 61646, GATES 51789 and GATES 52452.

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

5 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from 4 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD, NTK and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4.

The Economy section: 2 options from GPD and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. GPD 1712632 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, NTK and WELLS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122, GPD 1712632 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX122T, among others listed above.

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

9 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5, from AISIN, CALORSTAT, GATES and 3 other brands. AISIN THYK804 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from DORMAN and SKP. A representative part number is DORMAN 9025210.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from AISIN, CALORSTAT, FOUR SEASONS and 1 other brand. AISIN THYK804 is listed in this group.

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

Listed part numbers: AISIN THYK804, DORMAN 9025210 and SKP SK121423, plus the other 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

2 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from FEL-PRO.

This group includes FEL-PRO 36004 and FEL-PRO 36016.

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

3 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5, from GATES and FOUR SEASONS.

Listed part numbers: FOUR SEASONS 86231, GATES CO35056 and GATES CO35070.

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

9 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2020 Kia FORTE5, from SKP, FVP, GATES and 2 other brands. AISIN WPK810 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SK1467420.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from FVP, GATES, GMB and 1 other brand. AISIN WPK810 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: AISIN WPK810, SKP SK1467420 and SKP SK1467370, plus the other parts above.

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

2 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2020 Kia FORTE5 come from FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 36003 and FEL-PRO 36015.