Kia Carnival (2009+). Manual — part 118

3. Disconnect radiator upper and lower hose(A).

4. Disconnect ECT connector.

5. Disconnect heater hose, water vent hose and water hose from water temperature control assembly.

6. Remove wiring protector.

7. Remove water temperature control assembly(A).

THERMOSTAT

Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove
the thermostat, even if the engine tends to overheat.

1. Drain engine coolant so its level is below thermostat.

2. Remove water inlet(A) and thermostat(B).

RADIATOR

1. Drain the engine coolant.

2. Remove the radiator grille upper cover(A).

3. Remove the radiator support upper member assembly(A) for convenience sake.

The bottom side bolt(A) which can be seen after removing the under cover should be loosened for removal of
the radiator support upper member assembly.

4. Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses(A).

5. Disconnect transaxle oil cooler hoses(A).(Refer to TR group)

6. Disconnect the radiator fan connectors(A).

7. Disconnect the pressure lines(A) from the radiator assembly(B).

8. Seperate the condenser(A) from the radiator assembly(B) by removing the bolts(C).

9. Remove the radiator bracket.

10. Remove the radiator assembly.

11. Remove the radiator cooling fan(A).

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 malfunctioning. Replace the coolant pump

assembly.

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

THERMOSTAT

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