Kia Optima: Thermostat. Repair procedures

Troubleshooting

Water Pump Symptoms Possible Causes Remedy Coolant leakage • From the bleed hole of the water pump ...

Removal and Installation

Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, e ...

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Removal
1. Disconnect the brake fiuid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap. 2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservior with a syringe. ...

Replacement
Repair tire after using the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) When the TPMS warning lamp OFF 1. Remove the TMK repaired tire, wheel and TPMS sensor.(Refer to "Tire removal&quo ...

Recommended Shifting
Drive the vehicle in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate smoothly without hesitating or stalling. This will give you the most efficient fuel economy and emission control. ...