How do I turn off my radiator cap?
Using gloves or a large heavy cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off.
How to install cylinder head on Kia Rio?
Rotate the crankshaft, set the No.1 piston at TDC. 1. Install the cylinder head assembly. Before installing, remove the hardened sealant from the cylinder block and cylinder head surface. Before installing the cylinder head gasket, apply sealant on the upper surface of the cylinder block and reassemble the gasket within five minutes.
Where can I find the radiator cap rating?
You can find the rating in your owner’s manual, or by contacting the manufacturer. A radiator cap may seem like a simple thing, something that doesn’t warrant much attention when your car has so many other more expensive parts.
What happens if the radiator cap is not sufficient?
If the cap that you are using for your radiator is not sufficient, it can result in problems with your cooling system. The cap acts as a pressure relief valve. Too much pressure can cause damage, while not enough pressure can cause the engine to overheat.
What to do when coolant comes out of radiator?
Replace the radiator cap. Locate the bleed screw and place a pan on the floor to catch the coolant that will come out through the screw. Start the engine and let it idle for about 20 minutes to bring the engine to operating temperature—when the engine has reached operating temperature, you’ll feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.
When to remove the radiator on a Kia Rio?
Loosen the drain plug and drain the coolant. Open the radiator cap to make rapid draining. 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. 5. Remove the radiator upper hose (A) and lower hose (B). Install the radiator hoses as shown illustrations.
How do you fill a Kia Rio with coolant?
Fill fluid mixture with coolant and water (55~60%) (except for North America, Europe and China : 45~50%) slowly through the radiator cap. Push the upper/lower hoses of the radiator so as bleed air easily.
How do you bleed air in Kia Rio?
Fill the radiator with water through the radiator cap and tighten the cap. To most effectively bleed the air, pour the water slowly and press on the upper/lower radiator hoses. Start the engine and allow to come to normal operating temperature. Wait for the cooling fans to turn on several times.
How to get coolant out of Kia Optima?
Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch. 2. Remove radiator cap (A). 3. Loosen the drain plug (A), and drain the coolant. 4. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely. 5. After draining engine coolant in the reservoir tank, clean the tank. 6. Fill the radiator with water through the radiator cap and tighten the cap.