Kia Carens: Cooling System / Thermostat Repair procedures
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Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing
a lowering of cooling efficiency.
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Drain engine coolant so that its level would be under the thermostat
height.
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Remove the radiator lower hose.
(Refer to Cooling System - "Radiator Hose")
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Remove the water inlet fitting (A) and thermostat (B).

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Immerse thermostat in water heated to over 95°C (203°F), then heat
for at least 3 minutes to check valve lift.

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Do not use water below 95°C (203°F).
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Do not directly heat unit as this will damage thermostat.
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Check the valve opening temperature.
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Valve opening temperature:
82±1.5°C (179.6±2.7°F)
Full opening temperature: 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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Check the valve lift.
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Valve lift : 8mm(0.3in) or more at 95°C (203°F)
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If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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Place the thermostat in the block.
Install the thermostat (B) with the jiggle valve upward.
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Install the water inlet fitting (A).
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Tightening torque :
18.6 ~ 23.5N.m (1.9 ~ 2.4kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 17.4lb-ft)
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Fill with engine coolant.
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Start engine and check for leaks.
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Components
1. Water inlet fitting
2. Thermostat
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Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat ...
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Component Location
1. Front seat belt buckle
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Press the cruise button (the
cruise indicator light will be turn off).
Press the speed limit button
(If you press the button, the speed limit system will turn on).
Turn the ignition off.
Both of these actions cancel cruise control operation. If you want to resume
cruise control operation ...