2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls

Essential 2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls

Dorman – Radiator Fan Assembly: Single, Cost Effective And Reliable (Part No.620-716)

Radiator Fan Assembly: Single, Cost Effective And Reliable

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$119.99
This engine cooling fan assembly is precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan on specific vehicle years, makes and models. It has been rigorously tested to ensure it cools as effectively as the original part.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this engine cooling fan assembly was precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan assembly on specific vehicles
  • Complete package – assembly is designed with the same materials and components as the original part
  • Quality assured – motors are tested in laboratory settings to ensure performance
  • Cost effective and reliable – trustworthy manufacturing for far less than same part at the dealership
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KAI – A/C Expansion Valve (Part No.ACX011642)

A/C Expansion Valve

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$42.99
New Standard Replacement A/C Expansion Valve

Product Features:
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Carquest Premium – Standard Thermostat: With Seal, 180 Degrees (Part No.15138)

Standard Thermostat: With Seal, 180 Degrees

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$30.49
Carquest Premium Thermostats are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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MAHLE Original – Thermostat Housing Gasket (Part No.C32409)

Thermostat Housing Gasket

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$2.79
MAHLE gaskets provide world class sealing products trusted by OEMs & Technicians around the globe.

Product Features:
  • All MAHLE gaskets meet or exceed the original equipment specifications providing the finest sealing products available
  • MAHLE gaskets utilizes OE equivalent or better materials in all our gaskets
  • MAHLE gaskets is the leader in Domestic, Asian and European applications
  • The contents of MAHLE gaskets are packaged in shrink wrapped tray, giving you the added security of knowing that you have the right parts, prior to opening the package
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Metrix – A/C Hose (Part No.R1020119702MTX)

A/C Hose

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$94.04
A/C Hose

Carquest Standard – Reman Ford HS18 Compressor w/ Clutch (Part No.DW57185)

Reman Ford HS18 Compressor w/ Clutch

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$267.99
Carquest Standard compressors offer reliable, long-lasting performance for a leak-free, dependable repair.

Product Features:
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function and durability
  • All remanufactured compressors are built using the latest compressor technology available today and using strict remanufacturing processes
  • All units have new seals, O-rings, gaskets and clutch bearings
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
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Victor Reinz – Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket (Part No.71-11609-00)

Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket

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$5.29
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Water Outlet (Part No.85127)

Engine Coolant Water Outlet

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$34.49
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Meets and/or exceeds OEM standard
  • Direct-fit replacement for ease of installation
  • Coated with corrosion and rust inhibitor
  • 100% leak tested
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KAI – A/C Condenser (Part No.CND3985)

A/C Condenser

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$104.99
New Platinum Pro A/C Condenser, 2.0 Liter Turbo Engines

Product Features:
  • 2.0 Liter Turbo Engines, Made Of Aluminum
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Dorman – HVAC Blend Door Actuator: 1 Piece (Part No.604-327)

HVAC Blend Door Actuator: 1 Piece

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$143.99
This air door actuator directly replaces the original actuator on specific vehicle years, makes, models, configurations and positions to restore proper HVAC operation. Please note that many vehicles have several different air door actuators, which are designed for specific positions and functions in the vehicle. To ensure you have what you need, carefully review the application notes for this part to verify it matches the position and function of the actuator you need to replace. In some online ordering systems, you may need to enter your vehicle information first to see the application notes for your vehicle. If you don’t know which actuator position you need to replace, consult a qualified service technician.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – made to match the fit and function of the original air door actuator on certain vehicle years, makes, models and configurations
  • Position specific – vehicles often have multiple different HVAC door actuators; review this part’s application notes to verify it matches the location and function of the actuator you need to replace
  • Durable construction – designed and tested to strict standards to help resist wear and electrical burnout for reliable operation and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of experts and engineers in the United States, and more than a century of experience
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Factory Air – O-Ring & Gasket A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26797)

O-Ring & Gasket A/C System Seal Kit

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$16.49
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All the seals needed to complete the job
  • Compatible with both R12 and R134a refrigerants
  • Application specific
  • SUV and rear air applications
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Carquest Premium – A/C Discharge Line Hose Assembly (Part No.T55294)

A/C Discharge Line Hose Assembly

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$69.99
Carquest Hose Assemblies are designed to carry refrigerant in an air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • 100% of hose assemblies use Goodyear hoses that meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness and permeation.
  • Tubes and mufflers are designed to meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness.
  • Fittings are designed to couple and seal to eliminate leaks. Trivalent plating is used on steel fittings to enhance corrosion resistance. The fittings conform to original equipment specifications to allow for the proper fit with related air conditioning
  • Welds and crimps meet and exceed original equipment tension specifications.
  • Manufactured to allow flexibility in the hose to conform to engine compartments.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Imperial – Electric Fan – 14" Diameter (Part No.226114)

Electric Fan - 14" Diameter

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Motors built and tested to quality specifications
  • 14 in. universal fit reversible fan
  • 1250 CFM
  • UNIVERSAL fan, NOT a direct OE replacement. Measure core and verify space.
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Felpro – O-RING (Part No.35555)

O-RING

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$9.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Carquest Premium – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.RAA1234)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$19.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Control Switch (Part No.BLA1213)

HVAC Control Switch

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$132.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Desiccant Bag Kit (Part No.T83146)

A/C Desiccant Bag Kit

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$14.99
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Felpro – Multi-Purpose O-Ring (Part No.ES 72872)

Multi-Purpose O-Ring

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$4.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Carquest Premium – Heater Core (Part No.910697)

Heater Core

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$131.99
Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications. Carquest Premium provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability. Carquest Premium offers certified heater cores that meet or exceed OE specifications and are all fitment checked in the actual vehicle’s HVAC heater module and are, thus, ready to be installed right out of the box for a “Drop-In Fit”. Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.

Product Features:
  • All heater cores are designed and tested to match or exceed OE specifications for form, fit and performance with a clear focus on obtaining the highest heat transfer performance possible through use of quality materials and manufacturing processes to ensu
  • Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.
  • Provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability.
  • Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications.
  • Our advanced engineering methods coupled with our innovative manufacturing technology provides products to the aftermarket that meet or exceed form, fit, and function of OEM Parts
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Factory Air – System Mounted Pressure Transducer (Part No.37324)

System Mounted Pressure Transducer

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$118.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap Tester Adapter (Part No.12021)

Radiator Cap Tester Adapter

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$17.79
Tester adapter for the MT-300 cooling system pressure testers. Professional grade test equipment to ensure an automotive cooling system is operating at the correct pressure. Made from high quality materials to ensure durability. Designed to test automotive coolant caps.

Product Features:
  • Machined metal construction
  • Works with MT-300 pressure tester
  • Tests coolant caps
  • Professional quality
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Carquest Premium – Brake Light Switch Connector (Part No.PTC1134)

Brake Light Switch Connector

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$39.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – Coolant Housing/Water Outlet (Part No.85395)

Coolant Housing/Water Outlet

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$45.49
We are proud to offer this CARQUEST product line: CARQUEST Water Outlets. Our products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation and designed to be hassle free OE replacement part that meets and/or exceeds OE standards. Backed by over 50 years of mobile temperature control experience, fix it once and fix it right with CARQUST Water Outlets and Thermostat Housings.

Product Features:
  • Meets and/or exceeds OEM standard
  • Direct-fit replacement for ease of installation
  • Coated with corrosion and rust inhibitor
  • 100% leak tested
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap: 16 PSI (Part No.10233)

Radiator Cap: 16 PSI

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$13.99
Crafted to meet the exact specifications set by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), these products are engineered for effortless installation and removal. Constructed from premium-grade components, incorporating proper relief and vacuum valves, they ensure optimal performance even in the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Rigorously quality-tested, these components provide exceptional, out-of-the-box performance and superior durability to meet or exceed the highest standards of today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Maintains proper cooling system pressure
  • Easy installation and removal
  • 100% tested to ensure proper pressure and longevity
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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TYC Genera – TYC / Genera A/C Condenser Fan Motor (Part No.R1031118984TYC)

TYC / Genera A/C Condenser Fan Motor

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$76.28
INCLUDES FAN MOTOR TYC brand Cooling Fan Motors feature premium grade ball bearings and permanent magnets to ensure longest-lasting performance under the most extreme conditions. TYC Cooling Fan Motor designs are put through a multitude of tests, like corrosion, moisture, vibration, high to low temp operation, to name to a few. At TYC/Genera, every opportunity has been taken to build a replacement part that will install, perform and last as well as the OE part it replaces.

Product Features:
  • OE Quality fit and function
  • Premium grade ball bearings and permanent magnets
  • Thoroughly Tested
  • Performs and lasts as well as the OE part it replaces
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Sankei Switches – Sankei Switches Radiator Cap (Part No.G1010324668SAK)

Sankei Switches Radiator Cap

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$11.11
The Sankei Switches radiator cap range has been developed to operate within original equipment manufacturer’s specifications. A faulty radiator cap can cause your car to boil-over at a lower temperature. Test or replace the coolant cap when servicing the cooling system.

Product Features:
  • Meets Original Equipment specifications.
  • Made from premium materials.
  • Designed to function on open cooling systems and overflow reservoir type systems.
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Permatex – Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker (Part No.82194)

Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

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$11.49
Permatex Ultra Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications. Ultra Grey offers a sensor-safe, low odor, non-corrosive formula and is OEM specified to fit dealership warranty requirements. This high performance gasket maker meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets and can be used on high torque and vibration applications such as valve covers, water pump, intake manifold end seals ad thermostat housings.

Product Features:
  • High torque and rigidity
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive formula
  • OEM specified
  • Low-odor, non-corrosive formula
  • Ideal for closed spaced bolt patterns
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Carquest Premium – A/C Condenser and Receiver Drier Assembly (Part No.6551)

A/C Condenser and Receiver Drier Assembly

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$233.99
The Carquest condenser is an integral component of the motor vehicle air conditioning system. This part condenses the refrigerant into a liquid to prepare it for entry into the compressor. The condenser is manufactured according to OEM design specifications to ensure a long life with quality performance. Exact design standards produce a seamless fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • This is a parallel flow condenser that contains small micro-channels. It is highly recommended that this condenser be replaced if a failure has occurred in the vehicle’s air conditioning system that has resulted in debris contaminating the system. This
  • This Carquest condenser has a drier attached to it with an interior desiccant bag which will provide optimal moisture removal in the a/c system to maximize cooling performance.
  • The Carquest condenser production process includes quality driven details such as using zinc-coated tubes and electrostatic paint spray at high temperatures to provide the best corrosion resistance and durability in our condensers.
  • Continuous molds, laser welding machines, semi-automatic assembly stations and other advanced equipment provide quality products.
  • Each condenser uses only the highest quality raw materials including pure aluminum (not substandard or recycled) to provide the highest quality standards from beginning to finished product.
  • All brackets are designed per OEM specifications to ensure strength and reduce vibration and movement.
  • We leak test 100% of our condensers in helium leak test chambers to ensure the product does not leak.
  • Our condensers are manufactured from rigid design standards to fit OEM dimensions.
  • Each condenser design endures a series of tests that includes performance testing, vibration testing, blast testing, and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
  • Each Carquest condenser is packaged using superior box construction. This box is easy to open and seal. Each condenser is packaged in the box with internal protection to keep the part centered and away from the package edges. The package passes the fre
  • All brackets are designed per OEM specifications to ensure strength and reduce vibration and movement.
  • We leak test 100% of our condensers in helium leak test chambers to ensure the product does not leak. This industry leading process is the most precise method and can detect even the smallest leak. The leak-free condenser is then charged with nitrogen and
  • Our condensers are manufactured from rigid design standards to match OEM dimensions. Each design undergoes a drop fit into the actual vehicle to ensure the final manufactured product provides an easy installation.
  • Each condenser design endures a series of tests that includes performance testing, vibration testing, blast testing, and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
  • vibration testing
  • blast testing
  • and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
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2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls

You count on your 2006 Kia Optima to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Cooling and Climate Controls. With 147 Cooling and Climate Controls ranging in price from $1.79 to $612.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 2006 Kia Optima.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Cooling and Climate Controls brand, we stock 32 different brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, and Imperial. 2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls start as low as $1.79!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Cooling and Climate Controls is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 6,972 extensive product reviews on 2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls. Some of the top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls products we carry are Radiator Cap: 16 PSI with 4.0 stars and Electric Fan – 12" Diameter with 3.5 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Cooling and Climate Controls from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Cooling and Climate Controls inventory for your 2006 Kia Optima below to get started!

Top-Rated Cooling and Climate Controls Brands For Your 2006 Kia Optima

Trusted Cooling and Climate Controls OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 2006 Kia Optima running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, Imperial, and even more.

Popular Carquest Standard Cooling and Climate Controls

You’ll find popular Carquest Standard brand products across Air Conditioning Parts and Blower Motor and Related Products. All are waiting to get your 2006 Kia Optima back on the road. Some of the top-rated Carquest Standard products in these categories are:
Reman Ford HS18 Compressor w/ Clutch
from $267.99
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Reman Ford HS18 Compressor w/ Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch
HVAC Blower Motor Resistor
from $60.99
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HVAC Blower Motor Resistor
Blower Motor Resistors

Top-Rated Permatex Cooling and Climate Controls


If Permatex are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Permatex brand Cooling and Climate Controls for your 2006 Kia Optima, and some of our most reviewed Permatex parts include:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
from $6.99
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Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
from $11.49
(95)
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
from $6.99
(9)
Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets

FAQs for 2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls

What are the most purchased Cooling and Climate Controls for the 2006 Kia Optima?

Out of 147 Cooling and Climate Controls for the 2006 Kia Optima, the most popular in our inventory are:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $13.99
(193)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caps
Standard Thermostat: 170 Degrees
from $20.79
(40)
Standard Thermostat: 170 Degrees
Thermostats
Standard Thermostat: 180 Degrees
from $19.99
(29)
Standard Thermostat: 180 Degrees
Thermostats

What are the top-rated 2006 Kia Optima Cooling and Climate Controls?

Top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls for your 2006 Kia Optima based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $21.99
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Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
“Mustang was heating up. Found out was cap. This cap pops to release pressure so not to pop radiator. Works great. Will buy again when needed.”
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
from $94.99
(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
“good”
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
from $22.99
(35)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
“Advance kicks butt”