Kia Optima: Removal and Installation
1. |
Loosen the drain plug, and then
drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed. |
2. |
Remove the drive belt (A) after
turning the drive belt tensioner (B) counterclockwise.

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3. |
Remove the water pump pulley
(A).
Tightening torque :7.8
~ 9.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0kgf.m, 5.8~ 7.2lb-ft)
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4. |
Remove the water pump sub assembly
(A) with the gasket.
Tightening torque :9.8
~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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5. |
Remove the exhaust manifold heat
protectors (A).
Tightening torque :7.8
~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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6. |
Remove the water pump cover (A)
with the gasket and the water inlet pipe (B).
Tightening torque :18.6
~ 23.5N.m (1.9 ~ 2.4kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 17.4lb-ft)
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Tightening torque :9.8
~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
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7. |
Installation is reverse order
of removal with a new water pump gasket. |
8. |
Fill the engine coolant. |
9. |
Start the engine and check for
leaks. |
10. |
Recheck the coolant level. |
1.
Check each part for cracks, damage
or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
2.
Check the bearing for damage,
abnormal noise and sluggish rotat ...
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Troubleshooting
Failure Diagnosis
1.
In principle, ESC and TCS controls
are prohibited in case of ABS failure.
2.
When ESC or TCS fails, only the
failed system control is prohibited ...
Release Residual Pressure in Fuel Line
Whenever the high pressure fuel pump, fuel pipe,
delivery pipe, or injector is removed immediately after shutting off
the engine, an ...
Inspection
1.
Connect the battery voltage and
check the blower motor rotation.
2.
If the blower motor voltage is
not operated well, substitute with a known-good blower m ...