Kia Carnival (2009+). Instruction — part 28

Engine Mechanical System

Cooling System

Engine Mechanical System

2009 > D 2.9 VGT >

ENGINE COOLANT REFILLING AND BLEEDING

When pouring engine coolant, be sure to shut the relay box lid and not to let coolant spill on the electrical parts of
the paint. If any coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.

1. Slide the heater temperature control lever to maximum heat. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the

touch.

2. Remove the radiator cap(A).

3. Loosen the drain plug(A), and drain the coolant.

4. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.

5. Remove the coolant reservoir tank. Drain the coolant and reinstall the coolant reservoir tank. Fill the coolant

reservoir tank to the MAX mark with the coolant.

6. Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of water in a clean container.

• Use only genuine antifreeze/coolant.
• For best corrosion protection, the coolant concentration must be maintained year-round at 50% minimum.

Coolant concentrations less than 50% may not provide sufficient protection against corrosion of freezing.

• Coolant concentrations greater then 60% will impair cooling efficiency and are not recommended.

• Do not mix different brands of antifreeze/coolants.
• Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products; they may not be compatible with the coolant.

7. Pour the coolant into the radiator to the base of the filler neck, and install the radiator cap loosely.

8. Start the engine and let it run until it warms up. ( until the radiator fan operates 3 or 4 times.)

9. Turn off the engine. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. This will allow trapped air to be removed

from the cooling system.

10. Put the radiator cap on tightly, then run the engine again and check for leaks.

RADIATOR CAP TESTING

1. Remove the radiator cap, wet its seal with engine coolant, then install it no pressure tester.

2. Apply a pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58kpa (0.95 ~ 1.25kg/cm!, 13.51 ~ 17.78psi).

3. Check for a drop in pressure.

4. If the pressure drops, replace the cap.

RADIATOR LEAKGE TEST

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.

2. Apply a pressure tester to the radiator and apply a pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58kpa (0.95 ~ 1.25kg/cm!, 13.51 ~

17.78psi).

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

4. Remove the tester and reinstall the radiator cap.

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

2009 > D 2.9 VGT >

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