Kia Carnival (2007 year). Manual — part 423

6. Remove the transaxle oil cooler hose(A).

7. Remove the cooling fan motor connector(A) diagnosis connector(B).

8. Remove the cooling fan motor assembly(A).

9. Remove the radiator upper bracket(A).

10. Remove the radiator bracket(A,B).

11. Remove the intercooler.

12. Remove the radiator.

INSTALLATION

WATER PUMP

1. Install the water pump.

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

Tightening torque :
15.7~22.6Nm (1.6 ~ 2.3kg-m, 11.6~16.6lb-ft)

2. Install the timing belt.

3. Install the water pump pulley, cooling fan.

4. Install the drive belt.

5. Fill with engine coolant.

6. Start engine and check for leaks.

7. Recheck engine coolant level.

THERMOSTAT

1. Install the thermostat housing, thermostat.

2. Install the thermostat bolts.

Tightening torque :
15.7~22.6Nm (1.6 ~ 2.3kgf.m, 11.6~16.6lb-ft)

3. Fill with engine coolant.

4. Start engine and check for leaks.

RADIATOR

1. Install the radiator. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

2. Install the air conditioner condenser. (Refer to HA- air conditioner condenser).

3. Install the upper and lower radiator hoses.

4. Refill with engine coolant.

5. Start engine and check for leaks.

INSPECTION

WATER PUMP

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

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 defective. Replace the coolant pump assembly.

A small amount of "engine coolant" from the bleed hole can be weeped.

THERMOSTAT

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

2. Check the valve opening temperature.

Valve opening temperature : 86.5~89.5°C (187.7~193.1°F)
Full opening temperature : 100°C (212°F)

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

3. Check the valve lift.

Valve lift : 8.5mm(0.3346in) or more at 100°C (212°F)

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