{"product_id":"28231-2b700-turbo-turbocharger-fits-kia-forte-hyundai-veloster-1-6l-2013-2017","title":"Turbocharger For 2013-2017 Hyundai Veloster Turbo \u0026 2014-2017 Kia Forte5\/Forte Koup 1.6L, OE 28231-2B700","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Turbocharger for the Forte and Veloster\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a new turbocharger built for the 1.6L turbocharged engine used in the 2013-2017 Hyundai Veloster Turbo and 2014-2017 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Kia_Forte\"\u003eKia Forte5\u003c\/a\u003e and Forte Koup, cross-referenced to OE numbers 28231-2B700 and 28500-2B700. If you're noticing reduced power, a whining or whistling noise from the engine bay, or visible oil around the turbo housing, this unit replaces the complete turbocharger with its mounting bracket included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Veloster and Forte Share This Turbo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyundai and Kia are part of the same corporate group and jointly develop many of their engines, including the 1.6L Gamma turbocharged four-cylinder used in the performance-oriented Veloster Turbo and the Forte5 and Forte Koup SX models. That shared engine platform is why one turbocharger, cross-referenced to the same OE numbers, covers vehicles sold under both the Hyundai and Kia badges instead of requiring a separate part for each brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-referenced to OE numbers 28231-2B700 and 28500-2B700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting bracket for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt to withstand the high temperatures and pressures of turbocharged operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew condition, not remanufactured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Turbocharger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE\/OEM number: 282312B700\/53039700306\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterchange numbers: 28231-2B700, 28500-2B700, 28231-2B720, 667205, K1030189N\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Turbocharger with mounting bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits the 2013-2017 Hyundai Veloster Turbo and 2014-2017 Kia Forte5 and Forte Koup, all with the 1.6L turbocharged Gamma engine. Because the standard, non-turbo Veloster and Forte use a different naturally aspirated engine entirely, it's worth confirming your specific vehicle has the turbocharged 1.6L engine before ordering, since this part is not interchangeable with the non-turbo version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns Your Turbocharger Needs Replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failing turbocharger typically shows up as a noticeable loss of power and boost, a whining, whistling, or grinding noise from the engine bay under acceleration, excessive oil consumption, or visible blue-gray exhaust smoke from oil leaking past worn turbo seals. Because the turbo's internal bearings spin at extremely high speeds and rely on a constant, clean supply of engine oil, a failure often traces back to oil starvation or contamination, which is worth checking alongside the turbo itself when diagnosing these symptoms. A boost leak from a cracked hose or loose clamp can also mimic reduced power without the turbo itself being at fault, so it's worth ruling out before assuming the turbo has failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Replace the Complete Turbocharger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some turbo problems can be traced to a failed wastegate actuator or a cracked hose, a turbo that's already showing bearing noise or oil consumption has typically worn to the point where the internal shaft and bearings need replacement, which isn't a practical repair without specialized rebuilding equipment. A complete replacement turbocharger with the mounting bracket included means the unit bolts in using the factory mounting points without sourcing individual internal components separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a turbocharger on these engines means disconnecting the oil supply and return lines, removing the intake and exhaust piping connected to the turbo, and unbolting the unit from the exhaust manifold and mounting bracket. Flushing the oil supply line and changing the engine oil and filter during installation is strongly recommended, since old, contaminated oil is a common cause of turbo failure in the first place and can damage a brand-new unit just as quickly. Inspecting the intercooler piping for cracks or loose clamps at the same time is worth doing, since a boost leak can undermine the performance of an otherwise healthy new turbo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis turbocharger is in stock and ships ready to install. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/a\u003e page covers current timelines, and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific engine? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-part\"\u003eRequest a Part page\u003c\/a\u003e is the fastest way to confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis turbocharger is listed in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/turbochargers\"\u003eTurbochargers \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/a\u003e collection, along with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hyundai\"\u003eHyundai\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kia\"\u003eKia\u003c\/a\u003e collections, where you'll find other parts for these platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EasyLife Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"See image","offer_id":49817266225380,"sku":"CJQT262777701AZ","price":514.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0502\/0900\/files\/7a309a83-29e4-45b7-abf5-f74ce41d73ab.jpg?v=1788827616","url":"https:\/\/easylifeautoparts.com\/products\/28231-2b700-turbo-turbocharger-fits-kia-forte-hyundai-veloster-1-6l-2013-2017","provider":"Easy Life Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}