Kia Optima: Engine Cooling System
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year, at the beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
Oil Capacity
2400cc 4-cyl. Engine
- Without filter change : 4.2 qts (4.0 liters)
- With filter change : 4.5 qts (4.3 liters)
2700cc V-6 Engine
- Without filter change : 4.75 qts (4.5 liters)
- With fi ...
Checking the Coolant Level
WARNING - Removing Radiator Cap
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating.
Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in
serio ...
See also:
Temperature Control Actuator. Description and Operation
Description
1.
Heater unit includes mode control
actuator and temperature control actuator.
2.
Temperature control actuator
is located at the heater unit. It regulat ...
Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift
lever to the P(Park) p ...
Installation
1.
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
After replacement or reinstallation procedure of the valve body assembly, ...