Kia Optima: Removal - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS). Repair procedures - Engine Control System - Engine Control/Fuel System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Removal

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).

3. Remove the spring clip (A), and then pull the sensor from the water temperature control assembly.

Note that engine coolant may be flowed out from the water temperature control assembly when removing the sensor.

4. Supplement the engine coolant (Refer to “Cooling System” in EM group).


Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Remove the ECTS (Refer to "Removal"). 3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engi ...

Installation
• Install the component with the specified torques. • Note that internal d ...

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Installation
1. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the oil cooler packing surface (A), and then install the oil cooler with fix bolt (B). Tightening torque:44.1 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.5 ~ ...

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