Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Immerse the thermostat in water
and gradually heat the water.

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| 2. |
Check the valve opening temperature.
Valve opening temperature:
82 ± 1.5°C (179.6 ± 2.7°F)
Full opening temperature: 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
| 3. |
Check the valve lift.
Valve lift : 8mm (0.3in.)
or more at 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering
of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, e ...
Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
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See also:
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
With the (-) driver, remove the
photo sensor (A) from the center of defrost nozzle.
3.
Ins ...
Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Audio unit
2. Midrange speaker
3. External amplifier
4. Glass antenna (AM/FM)
5. Front door speaker
6. Rear door speaker
7. Woofer spe ...
Main components of ODS
A detection device located within the front passenger seat track.
Electronic system to determine whether passenger air bag systems should
be activated or deactivated.
A indicator light locat ...