Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 371

Fig. 206: Locating Condenser, Radiator Assembly And Bolts (2 Of 2) 
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10. Remove the radiator bracket.  

11. Remove the radiator assembly.  

12. Remove the radiator cooling fan (A). 

Fig. 207: Locating Radiator Cooling Fan 
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INSPECTION 

WATER PUMP 

1. Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary. 

 

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2. Check the bearing for damage, abnormal noise and sluggish rotation, and replace the coolant pump 

assembly if necessary.  

3. Check for coolant leakage. If coolant leaks from hole, the seal is malfunctioning. Replace the coolant 

pump assembly. 

THERMOSTAT 

1. Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the water. 

Fig. 208: Testing Thermostat 
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2. Check the valve opening temperature. 

Valve opening temperature: 82°C (177°F) 

Full opening temperature: 95°C (205°F) 

If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat. 

3. Check the valve lift. 

Valve lift: M in. 10 mm (0.4 in.) at 95°C (205°F) 

If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat. 

INSTALLATION 

NOTE:

A small amount of "weeping" from the bleed hole is normal.

 

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WATER PUMP 

1. Install the water pump (A) and a new gasket (B) with 12 bolts. 

Tightening torque  

21.56-23.52 N.m (2.2-2.4 kgf.m, 15.91-17.36 lb-ft) 9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft) 

Fig. 209: Identifying Water Pump And Gasket 
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2. Install the 4 bolts and pump pulley (A). 

Tightening torque  

7.84-9.80 N.m (0.8-1.0 kgf.m, 5.78-7.23 lb-ft)

NOTE:

Make clean the contact face before assembly.

 

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Fig. 210: Locating Water Pump Pulley 
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3. Install drive belt (A). 

Fig. 211: Locating Drive Belt 
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4. Fill with engine coolant.  

5. Start engine and check for leaks.  

6. Recheck engine coolant level.  

WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL ASSEMBLY 

1. Install water temperature control assembly (B) and new gasket (A). 

NOTE:

Make clean the contact face before assembly.

 

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