Gates FCM145 cooling fan module for the 2014-2016 Kia Optima 4-cylinder 2.4L and other vehicles controls the speed of the electric cooling fan. On several applications the fan is run by an engine cooling fan module, which helps keep the engine coolant within a constant temperature range.
- Controls fan speed to minimize energy loss and support fuel economy
- Engineered improvements added to a part type with a high failure rate, to improve performance and longevity
- Replaces the module alone instead of the complete fan assembly on applications where the dealer does not sell the module separately
- Three female connectors with 1, 2 and 3 pins
- Aluminum and plastic housing
Quick facts
- Part: Gates FCM145 cooling fan module
- Also called: engine cooling fan module
- Fits: 2014-2016 Kia Optima 4-cylinder 2.4L and other vehicles
- Material: Aluminum, Plastic
- Condition: New
A fan that will not run, stays on all the time or lets the temperature gauge climb can mean the module has failed. Before you replace it, rule out a blown fuse, a bad relay, a worn fan motor and damaged wiring or connectors, since any of them can also stop the fan. Each vehicle takes one module.
Fits
This cooling fan module is the fan controller for the 2014-2016 Kia Optima 4-cylinder 2.4L, the 2017-2018 Kia Soul 4-cylinder 1.6L and the 2014-2016 Kia FORTE5 4-cylinder 1.6L, and for other vehicles too.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 5.29 in
- Width: 3.77 in
- Height: 1.27 in
- Connectors: 3, female
- Connector pin counts: 1, 2 and 3
Build and materials
- Housing material: Aluminum, Plastic
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One cooling fan module. A wire harness is not included.
Installation notes
- Plug-and-play part for easy installation.
Interchange: 253852T500 · 253854R500
Product information is for general reference and may contain errors. See our Disclaimer.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
253852T500, 253854R500, FCM145
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Gates FCM145 cooling fan module fit the 2014-2016 Kia Optima 4-cylinder 2.4L?
Yes. Gates FCM145 is listed for the 2014-2016 Kia Optima 4-cylinder 2.4L. If your car is a different one, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section before you order.
Does this cooling fan module come with a wire harness?
No. This Gates FCM145 listing is one cooling fan module, and the wire harness is not included.
What connectors does the Gates FCM145 have?
The Gates FCM145 has three female connectors, with pin counts of 1, 2 and 3. Its housing is aluminum and plastic.
Which signs can point to a worn Gates cooling fan module?
A fan that does not run or stays on, or a temperature gauge that keeps climbing, can mean the module has failed. A shop can test the fan circuit to confirm.
Is the Gates FCM145 module a plug-and-play part?
Yes. Gates builds this module as a plug-and-play part for easy installation, and the wire harness is not included.
