Kia Optima: Thermostat. Repair procedures

Troubleshooting

Water Pump Symptoms Possible Causes Remedy Coolant leakage • From the bleed hole of the water pump ...

Removal and Installation

Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, e ...

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Starting the engine
WARNING Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots,etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake, accelerator pedal, and clutch ( ...

Inspection
1. The SJB can be diagnosed by using the GDS. The SJB communicates with the GDS which then displays inputs and outputs along with codes. 2. To diagnose the SJB functi ...

Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section. CAUTION Put a thick cloth or fabric around the radiator cap befo ...