Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Immerse the thermostat in water
and gradually heat the water.
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| 2. |
Check the valve opening temperature.
Valve opening temperature:
82 ± 1.5°C (179.6 ± 2.7°F)
Full opening temperature: 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
| 3. |
Check the valve lift.
Valve lift : 8mm (0.3in.)
or more at 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering
of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, e ...
Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
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See also:
Towing with a vehicle other than a tow truck
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an Authorized Kia
dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem ...
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol
Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and
gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed
along with or instead of leade ...
To decrease the cruising speed
Follow either of these procedures:
Move the lever (1) down (to SET-) and hold it. Your vehicle will gradually
slow down. Release the lever at the speed you want to maintain.
Move the lever ...
Removal and Installation
Thermostat. Troubleshooting