Kia Soul: Cooling System Inspection
Radiator hoses
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Check radiator hoses for the following
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Coolant level
| 1. |
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Make sure it
is between the "F" mark and "L" mark.
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| 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.
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Coolant quality
| 1. |
Remove the radiator cap.
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| 2. |
Check if there are any excessive deposits of rust or scale around
the radiator 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.
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| 3. |
Install the radiator cap.
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Battery Inspection
Battery Terminal
1.
Move back and forth to check that the battery terminals (A) are
loose or corroded.
If the terminals are corroded, clean them.
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Cooling System Refilling And Bleeding
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious
scalding could be caused by hot fluid under high pressure ...
See also:
Ignition Coil Specification
Item
Specification
Primary Coil Resistance (Ω)
0.79 ± 15％ [20°C (68°F)]
Secondary Coil Resistance (kΩ)
5.9 ± 15％ [20 ...
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Reporting safety defects
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