Victor Reinz 71-15170-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Gasket

Victor Reinz Thermostat Gasket for Hyundai and Kia

The Victor Reinz 71-15170-00 engine coolant thermostat gasket is a fiber sealing solution for select Hyundai and Kia cooling system repairs. Built to OE-quality standards, it supports a precise seal at the thermostat case to head connection on many 1999-2009 applications.

• Fiber gasket material for thermostat housing sealing
• Inside diameter: 1.350 in.
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz
• Broad coverage for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles
• Part number: 71-15170-00

Fitment Coverage

• Fits 2008-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2008-2009 Hyundai Tucson, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2008-2009 Kia Magentis, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2008-2009 Kia Optima, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2008-2009 Kia Rondo, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2008-2009 Kia Sportage, thermostat case to head; to 07/14/2008.
• Fits 2003-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2001-2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2005-2007 Hyundai Tucson, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2001-2007 Kia Magentis, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2001-2007 Kia Optima, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2007 Kia Rondo, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2005-2007 Kia Sportage, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2004-2006 Kia Amanti, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2001-2006 Kia Magentis.
• Fits 2001-2006 Kia Optima.
• Fits 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, thermostat case to cylinder head.
• Fits 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2002-2005 Hyundai XG350, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 2002-2005 Kia Sedona, thermostat case to head.
• Fits 1999-2001 Hyundai Sonata.
• Fits 2001 Hyundai XG300, thermostat case to head.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Coolant seepage at the thermostat housing or case-to-head joint
• Sealing issues after thermostat service or cooling system repair
• Loss of coolant from a worn or compressed gasket surface
• Improper sealing on select Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe, and Kia Optima applications
• Repeat leaks caused by aging fiber gasket material

Installation Notes

Verify the thermostat housing style and engine application before installation, especially on 2008-2009 vehicles with the 07/14/2008 cutoff note. Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the thermostat case for warpage, corrosion, or residue before fitting the new gasket. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35764 and MAHLE C31785 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier, and this gasket reflects OE-level sealing engineering for foreign and domestic vehicle coverage. Part number 71-15170-00 is built for accurate fitment in the listed Hyundai and Kia cooling system applications.