Kia Picanto JA: Power Train / Cooling System
Repair procedures
Radiator hoses
| 1. | Check radiator hoses for the following |
Coolant level
| 1. | Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Make sure it is between the "F" mark and "L" mark. |
| 2. | If
the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is at or below the "L" mark,
add coolant to bring it between the "L" and "F" marks, then inspect the
cooling system for leaks. |
Coolant quality
| 1. | Remove the pressure cap. |
| 2. | Check
if there are any excessive deposits of rust or scale around the
pressure cap sub-assembly and radiator filler hole. Also, the coolant
should be free of oil. If excessively dirty, clean the coolant passage and replace the coolant. |
| 3. | Install the pressure cap. |
| Replacement And Air Bleeding |
Never
remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious scalding
could be caused by hot fluid under high pressure escaping from the
radiator. |
When
pouring engine coolant, be sure to shut the relay box lid and not to
let coolant spill on the electrical parts or the paint. If any coolant
spills, rinse it off immediately. |
| 1. | Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch. |
| 2. | Remove the radiator cap (A). [Kappa 1.0 MPI, 1.2 MPI, 1.0 FFV]
 [Kappa 1.0 T-GDI]
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| 3. | Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
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| 4. | Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant.
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| 5. | Tighten the radiator drain plug securely. |
| 6. | Remove,
drain and reinstall the reservoir. Fill the tank halfway to the MAX
mark with water, then up to the MAX mark with antifreeze. |
| 7. | Fill the radiator with water through the pressure cap and tighten the cap. To most effectively bleed the air, pour the water slowly and press on the upper / lower radiator hoses. |
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| 8. | Start
the engine and allow to come to normal operating temperature. Wait for
the cooling fans to turn on several times. Accelerate the engine to aid
in purging trapped air. Shut engine off. |
| 9. | Wait until the engine is cool. |
| 10. | Repeat steps 1 to 8 until the drained water runs clear. |
| 11. | Fill
fluid mixture of coolant and water (45 - 60%) (except for North
America, Europe and China : 45 - 50%) slowly through the radiator cap. Push the upper / lower hoses of the radiator so as to bleed air easily. | •
| Use only genuine antifreeze/coolant. |
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| For best corrosion protection, the coolant concentration must be maintained year-round at 45 - 60% minimum. Coolant concentrations less than 45 ~ 60% may not provide sufficient protection against corrosion or freezing. |
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| Coolant concentrations greater than 60% will impair cooling efficiency and are not recommended. |
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| Do not mix different brands of antifreeze/coolants. |
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| Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products; they may not be compatible with the coolant. |
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| 12. | Start the engine and let coolant to circulate. |
| 13. | When the cooling fan operates and coolant circulates, refill coolant through the radiator cap. |
| 14. | Repeat step 11 until the cooling fan operates 3-5 times and bleed air sufficiently out of the cooling system. |
| 15. | Install the pressure cap and fill the reservoir tank to the "MAX"(or "F") line (A) with coolant. |
| 16. | Run the vehicle under idle until the cooling fan operates 2 - 3 times. |
| 17. | Stop the engine and wait for coolant to cool down. |
| 18. | Repeat 10 to 15 to bleed air out of the cooling system until the coolant level doesn't fall any more. As
it is to bleed air out of the cooling system and refill coolant when
coolant cools down completely, recheck the coolant level in the
reservoir tank 2-3 days after replacing coolant. |
Coolant capacity :
[Kappa 1.0 MPI, 1.0 FFV]
Approx. 5.0 L (1.32 U.S.gal., 5.28 U.S.qt., 4.40 lmp.qt.)
[Kappa 1.2 MPI]
Approx. 5.5 L (1.45 U.S.gal., 5.81 U.S.qt., 4.84 lmp.qt.)
[Kappa 1.0 T-GDI]
Approx. 5.3 L (1.40 U.S.gal., 5.60 U.S.qt., 4.66 lmp.qt.) |
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Repair procedures
Inspection
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status using the battery tester.
Battery Terminal
1. Move back and forth to check that the battery terminals (A) are loose or corroded...
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.Check belt for maintenance and abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
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Do not bend, twist or turn the drive belt inside out...
Other information:
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the
headlamp assembly by turning the
bulb-socket counterclockwise until
the tabs on the bulb-socket align
with the slots on the headlamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulbsocket
by pressing it in and rotating
it counterclockwise until the
tabs on the bulb align with the slots
in the bulb-socket...
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Categories
WARNING
Windshield heating
Do not use the
or
position
during cooling operation in extremely
humid weather. The difference between
the temperature of the outside
air and that of the windshield
could cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up, causing loss of
visibility. In this case, set the mode
selection knob or button to the
position and fan speed control knob
or button to the lower speed.
For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speed
control to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired
while defrosting or defogging, set the
mode to the floor-defrost position.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice
from the windshield, rear window,
outside rear view mirrors, and all side
windows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood
and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve
heater and defroster efficiency
and to reduce the probability of fogging
up the inside of the windshield.
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