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Maintenance
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Engine coolant
Engine coolant
Checking coolant level
Check the condition and connections of
all cooling system hoses and heater
hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio
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rated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between MAX and MIN (F and L) marks
on the side of the coolant reservoir when
the engine is cool.
INFORMATION
If frequent additions are required, have
the system inspected by a professional
workshop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
WARNING
The electric motor
(cooling fan) is con
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trolled by engine cool
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ant temperature, refrigerant pressure
and vehicle speed. It may sometimes
operate even when the engine is not
running. Use extreme caution when
working near the blades of the cooling
fan so that you are not injured by a
rotating fan blades. As the engine cool
-
ant temperature decreases, the electric
motor will automatically shut off. This is
a normal condition. The electric motor
(cooling fan) may operate until you dis
-
connect the (-) battery terminal (For
plug-in hybrid vehicle) or the battery
connector (For hybrid vehicle).
CAUTION
僅Never attempt to
remove the coolant
reservoir cap while
the engine is operating or hot. Doing
so might lead to cooling system and
engine damage. Also, hot coolant or
steam could cause serious personal
injury. Turn the engine off and wait
until it cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the coolant reservoir
cap. Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn in slowly to the first stop. Step
back while the pressure is released
from the cooling system. When you
are sure all the pressure has been
released, press down on the cap,
using a thick towel, and continue turn
-
ing to remove it. Even if the engine is
not operating, do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator are hot.
Hot coolant and steam may still blow
out under pressure, causing serious
injury.
僅 When the engine overheats from low
engine coolant, suddenly adding
engine coolant may cause cracks in
the engine. To prevent damage, add
engine coolant slowly in small quanti
-
ties.
僅 Do not drive with no engine coolant. It
may cause water pump failure and
engine seizure, etc.
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