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 ...
Inspection