Kia Sorento: Thermostat Inspection
Second Generation XM (2011-2025) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Cooling System / Thermostat Inspection
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Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the water.
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Check the valve opening temperature.
If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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Check the valve lift.
If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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Thermostat Removal and Installation
Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering
of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the ther ...
Thermostat Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
Check the mounting bolts ...
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Tire and loading information label
The label located on the driver's door sill gives the original tire size, cold
tire pressures recommended for your vehicle, the number
of people tha ...
Tires/Wheels
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Using tires and wheel other than the recommended sizes
could cause unusual handling ...
Spark Plug Description
A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition
system to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed
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