Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 372

Tightening torque  

18.62-23.52 N.m (1.9-2.4 kgf.m, 13.74-17.36 lb-ft) 

Fig. 212: Identifying Water Temperature Control Assembly, Gasket And O-Ring 
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2. Connect water hoses to the water temperature control assembly.  

3. Install wiring protector.  

4. Connect ECT connector.  

5. Connect radiator upper and lower hose (A). 

Fig. 213: Locating Radiator Upper And Lower Hoses) 
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6. Install air cleaner assembly.  

NOTE:

Use new O-rings (C) when reassembling.

 

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7. Fill with engine coolant.  

8. Start engine and check for leaks.  

9. Recheck engine coolant level.  

THERMOSTAT 

1. Place thermostat in thermostat housing. 

1. Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve upward.  

2. Install a new thermostat (B).  

Fig. 214: Identifying Water Inlet And Thermostat 
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2. Install water inlet (A). 

Tightening torque  

16.66-19.60 N.m (1.7-2.0 kgf.m, 12.30-14.47 lb-ft) 

3. Fill with engine coolant.  

4. Start engine and check for leaks.  

RADIATOR 

1. Install the radiator fan (A) to the radiator. 

Tightening torque  

4.9-7.8 N.m (0.5-0.8 kgf.m, 3.6-5.8 lb-ft)

 

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Fig. 215: Locating Radiator Fan 
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2. Install the radiator assembly to the vehicle.  

3. Install the radiator bracket.  

4. Fix the condenser with the radiator assembly. 

Tightening torque  

4.9-7.8 N.m (0.5-0.8 kgf.m, 3.6-5.8 lb-ft) - D 

6.9-9.8 N.m (0.7-1.0 kgf.m, 5.1-7.2 lb-ft) - C 

Fig. 216: Locating Condenser, Radiator Assembly And Bolts (1 Of 2) 
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Fig. 217: Locating Condenser, Radiator Assembly And Bolts (2 Of 2) 
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5. Connect the radiator fan connectors (A). 

Fig. 218: Locating Radiator Fan Connectors 
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6. Connect the pressure lines (A) to the radiator assembly (B). 

 

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