Removal and Installation |
Disassembly of the thermostat may have an adverse effect, causing deteriorated cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even if the engine tends to overheat. |
1. |
Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") |
2. |
Drain the coolant. (Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant") |
3. |
Disconnect the radiator lower hose (A).
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4. |
Remove the water inlet fitting (A).
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5. |
Remove the thermostat (A).
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6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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7. |
Fill the engine coolant. (Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant") |
8. |
Start the engine and check for leaks. |
9. |
Recheck the coolant level. |
Inspection |
1. |
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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2. |
Check the valve opening temperature. If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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3. |
Check the valve lift. If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Driver position memory system
A driver position memory system is provided to store and recall the driver seat
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Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
[Front]
[Rear]
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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