Kia Niro: Intake And Exhaust System / Exhaust Heat Recovery System(EHRS) Troubleshooting
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Symptom |
Inspection |
Remedy |
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Overheating |
• Engine overheating • Temperature gauge rising to HI |
• Inspect GDS/KDS scanner. |
① Check DTC code. ② By using KDS/GDS, check for current flowing in wiring connecting to WTS. |
Additionally inspect wiring and connector. |
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• Inspect coolant leakage. |
Inspect leakage from EHRS and coolant tube (including WTS assembly). (Visually
check for signs of efflorescence after evaporation of coolant.) |
For unit failure, replace EHRS and coolant tube. |
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• Inspect operation of EHRS valve (vehicle inspection). |
Drive until the engine coolant is sufficiently warmed up, and then inspect operation of wax actuator.[Visually check the lifting amount of wax actuator: Over 8 mm (0.315 in.) at 80°C (176°F), or over 9 mm (0.354 in.) at 90°C. (194°F)] |
For unit failure, replace EHRS. |
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• Inspect operation of EHRS valve (unit inspection). |
① Remove the wax actuator. ② Rotate the valve lever to check for smooth operation.
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For unit failure, replace EHRS. |
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Symptom |
Inspection |
Remedy |
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Overheating |
• Engine overheating • Temperature gauge rising to HI |
• Inspect operation of wax actuator. |
① Remove the wax actuator. ② Immerse wax actuator in water and gradually heat the water. ③ Inspect the opening temperature and forward stroke of the valve. [Opening temperature: 71 ± 2°C (159.8 ± 35.6°F), Forward stroke : at 80°C (176°F) 8.85 ± 0.65 mm (0.348 ± 0.026 in.]
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For unit failure, replace EHRS. |
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• Inspect WTS. |
① Remove the WTS. [Disconnect connector (a). → Remove clip (b).] ② Immerse temperature detector of WTS in water and gradually heat the water. ③ Check the resistance according to temperature. [20°C (68°F) : 2.45 ± 0.14 kΩ, 110°C (230°F) : 0.1471 ± 0.002 kΩ]
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For unit failure, replace WTS. |
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Exhaust Heat Recovery System(EHRS) Description and operation
Description and Operation
During cold start or in winter, the fuel efficiency can be improved by heating
up the coolant with the exhaust gas heat discharged after combusting the engine. ...
Exhaust Heat Recovery System(EHRS) Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")
2.
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Other information:
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Operating precautions for catalytic converters
WARNING - Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite flammable items under your vehicle. Do
not park the vehicle over or near flammable objects, such as grass, vegetation,
paper, leaves, etc.
The exhaust system and catalytic system are very hot while the engine
is running or immediately aft ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Escort welcome
When the headlight (light switch in the headlight or AUTO position) is on and
all doors (and tailgate) are locked and closed, the position light and headlight
will come on for 15 seconds if any of the below is performed.
Without smart key system
- When the door unlock button is pressed on ...
