Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 369

Fig. 190: Testing Radiator Cap 
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2. Apply a pressure of 93-123 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf/cm

2

 , 14-19 psi) 

 

3. Check for a drop in pressure.  

4. If the pressure drops, replace the cap.  

TESTING 

1. Wait until engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with engine coolant, 

then install it on the pressure tester. 

Fig. 191: Testing Radiator 
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2. Apply a pressure tester to the radiator and apply a pressure of 93-123 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf/cm

2

 14-18 psi). 

 

3. Inspect for engine coolant leaks and a drop in pressure.  

4. Remove the tester and reinstall the radiator cap. 

 

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REMOVAL 

WATER PUMP 

1. Drain the engine coolant. 

2. Remove drive belt (A). 

Fig. 192: Locating Drive Belt 
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3. Remove the 4 bolts and pump pulley (A). 

NOTE:

Check for engine oil in the coolant and/or coolant in the engine oil.

WARNING:

System is under high pressure when the engine is hot. To avoid 
danger of releasing scalding engine coolant, remove the cap only 
when the engine is cool.

 

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Fig. 193: Locating Water Pump Pulley
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4. Remove the water pump (A) and gasket. 

Fig. 194: Identifying Water Pump And Gasket 
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WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL ASSEMBLY 

1. Drain the engine coolant.  

2. Remove air cleaner assembly. Refer to ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY.  

3. Disconnect radiator upper and lower hose (A). 

Fig. 195: Locating Radiator Upper And Lower Hoses 
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4. Disconnect ECT connector.  

 

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5. Disconnect heater hose, water vent hose and water hose from water temperature control assembly.  

6. Remove wiring protector.  

7. Remove water temperature control assembly (A). 

Fig. 196: Identifying Water Temperature Control Assembly 
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THERMOSTAT 

1. Drain engine coolant so its level is below thermostat.  

2. Remove water inlet (A) and thermostat (B). 

Fig. 197: Identifying Water Inlet And Thermostat 
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NOTE:

Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of 
cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even if the engine tends to 
overheat.

 

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2008 ENGINE Mechanical - Sedona

  

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