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).
4.
Remove the water inlet fitting (A) and the thermostat (B).
Troubleshooting
Trouble SymptomProbable CauseRemedyCoolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
Check the mounting bolts
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Check the torque of the mounting bolts
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Record your key number
The key code number is stamped on the key code tag attached to the key set. Should
you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate
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