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
• Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. • To avoid damage, unplug ...

Disassembly
• Do not disassemble the BJ assembly. • Special grease must be applied to the d ...

Installation
1. Installation is reverse of removal. In the case of the vehicle equipped with immobilizer or but ...