Kia Optima: Inspection
Radiator Cap Testing
| 1. |
Remove the radiator cap, wet
its seal with engine coolant, and then install it on a pressure tester.
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| 2. |
Apply a pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58kPa
(0.95 ~ 1.25kgf/cm², 13.51 ~ 17.78psi). |
| 3. |
Check for a drop in pressure.
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| 4. |
If the pressure drops, replace
the cap. |
Radiator Leakage Test
| 1. |
Wait until engine is cool, then
carefully remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with engine coolant,
then install it on the pressure tester. |
| 2. |
Apply a pressure tester to the
radiator and apply a pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58kPa (0.95 ~ 1.25kgf/cm²,
13.51 ~ 17.78psi).
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| 3. |
Inspect for engine coolant leaks
and a drop in pressure. |
| 4. |
Remove the tester and reinstall
the radiator cap.
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Check for engine oil in the coolant and/or coolant in the engine
oil. |
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1.
Disconnect the battery terminals.
(Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group)
2.
Remove the air cleaner assembly
and the intercooler inlet/outlet hoses. ...
Components
1. Water pump pulley
2. Water pump sub assembly
3. Water pump gasket
4. Water pump cover
5. Water pump cover gasket
6. O-ring
7. Water inle ...
See also:
Overdrive Clutch Control Solenoid Valve(OD/C_VFS). Description and Operation
Description
Overdrive clutch control solenoid valve(OD/C_VFS) is attached to the valve body.
This variable force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside
the overdrive clutc ...
Removal
Rear Combination lamp (Outside)
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the rear combination lamp
cover (A).
3.
Replace the ...
Cool box
You can keep beverage cans or other items cool using the open/close lever of
the vent installed in the multi box.
1. Turn on the fan and set the temperature control to the desired position.
2. T ...
Removal and Installation
Water pump. Components and Components Location