Apex AWO2342 Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket

Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket Overview

The Apex AWO2342 engine coolant outlet gasket is a sealing component for cooling system service. It is used on a range of Hyundai and Kia applications where a reliable seal is needed at the coolant outlet or thermostat housing interface.

Key Features

• Engine coolant outlet gasket for cooling system sealing
• Fits Hyundai Accent, Sonata, Tucson, and Veloster applications
• Fits Kia Forte Koup, Forte5, Optima, Rio, and Soul applications
• Thermostat housing to head fitment is listed for select applications
• Part number AWO2342 for identification and ordering

Detailed Application Information

AWO2342 is a sealing gasket used in cooling system assemblies where the coolant outlet or thermostat housing meets the engine. Proper sealing at this joint helps maintain coolant containment and supports stable cooling system operation. This part number, AWO2342, is listed for multiple Hyundai and Kia models, including 2012-2016 Hyundai Accent, 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata, 2016 Hyundai Tucson, 2012-2016 Hyundai Veloster, 2014-2016 Kia Forte Koup, 2014-2016 Kia Forte5, 2016 Kia Optima, 2012-2016 Kia Rio, and 2010-2016 Kia Soul. For select applications, the fitment notes specify thermostat housing to head use.

Common Replacement Uses

• Coolant seepage at the outlet or thermostat housing joint
• Loss of seal after thermostat housing service
• Cooling system leaks traced to the gasket surface
• Maintenance replacement during cooling system repair

Installation Notes

Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the mating parts for corrosion, pitting, or distortion. Verify the exact engine application and note any thermostat housing to head fitment details before ordering. Use the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and coolant refill requirements.

Quality Assurance

Apex identifies this part by AWO2342 for application matching across listed Hyundai and Kia vehicles. Confirm fitment against the vehicle's cooling system configuration before installation.