KIA Magentis 2006 - Manual (Page 190)

MAINTENANCE
7-14
ENGINE COOLING
SYSTEM
The cooling system is a high-pressure
type with a reservoir and is filled with
year-round antifreeze coolant at the
factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at the
beginning of the winter season, and
before traveling to a colder climate.
CHECKING THE
COOLANT LEVEL
WARNING - Removing
Radiator Cap
• Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap while the engine
is operating. Doing so might
lead to cooling system
and/or engine damage and
could result in serious
personal injury from
escaping hot coolant or
steam.
• Turn the engine off and wait
until it has cooled. Even then,
use extreme care when
removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it,
and turn it counterclockwise
slowly to the first stop. Step
back while the pressure is
released from the cooling
system. When you are sure
all the pressure has been
released, press down on the
cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning
counterclockwise to remove
it.
• Even if the engine is not
operating, do not remove the
radiator cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator
are hot. Hot coolant and
steam may still blow out
under pressure, causing
serious injury.
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