Kia Optima: Removal and Installation
| 1. |
Loosen the drain plug, and then
drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed. |
| 2. |
Remove the drive belt (A) after
turning the drive belt tensioner (B) counterclockwise.
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| 3. |
Remove the water pump pulley
(A).
Tightening torque :7.8
~ 9.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0kgf.m, 5.8~ 7.2lb-ft)
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| 4. |
Remove the water pump sub assembly
(A) with the gasket.
Tightening torque :9.8
~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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| 5. |
Remove the exhaust manifold heat
protectors (A).
Tightening torque :7.8
~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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| 6. |
Remove the water pump cover (A)
with the gasket and the water inlet pipe (B).
Tightening torque :18.6
~ 23.5N.m (1.9 ~ 2.4kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 17.4lb-ft)
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Tightening torque :9.8
~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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| 7. |
Installation is reverse order
of removal with a new water pump gasket. |
| 8. |
Fill the engine coolant. |
| 9. |
Start the engine and check for
leaks. |
| 10. |
Recheck the coolant level. |
1.
Check each part for cracks, damage
or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
2.
Check the bearing for damage,
abnormal noise and sluggish rotat ...
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Front air bags
Front air bags are designed to inflate in a frontal collision depending on the
intensity, speed or angles of impact of the front collision.
Side air bags
Side air bags (side ...
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the ignition switch
connector (A) and key warning switch connector (B) from the steering column.
2.
Check for continuity between
the ter ...
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in coolant
reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
Whil ...
Inspection