Kia Sedona: Thermostat Repair procedures| Removal |
Removal of the thermostat may have an adverse effect, causing
a reduction in cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even
if the engine tends to overheat. |
| 1. |
Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine And Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") |
| 2. |
Drain engine coolant.
(Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the radiator lower hose (A).
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| 4. |
Remove the water inlet fitting (A) and the thermostat (B).
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| 5. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Immerse thermostat in water heated to over 95°C (203°F), then heat for at least 3 minutes to check valve lift.
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| 2. |
Check the valve opening temperature.
If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
| 3. |
Check the valve lift.
If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
Thermostat Components and Components Location
Thermostat TroubleshootingGeneral Information
Warning And Caution Labels
1. Fan caution2. Radiator cap caution3. Battery caution
Battery Caution Label
Warning / Caution Label (Cont''d)
A.Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or ...
Engine Control Module (ECM) Terminal Function
ECM Terminal And Input/Output signal
ECM Terminal Function
Connector [E100-A]
Pin No.DescriptionConnected to1- 2- 3- 4Immobilizer Lamp control outputImmobilizer Lamp [Without Button E ...