2014 Kia Optima Hybrid Coolant

2014 Kia Optima Hybrid Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is ordinarily a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceptionally important. This undoubtedly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to develop the proper coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call at 8138500547 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service consultants handle your coolant flush.

Every car manufacturer, including Kia has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to assist distinguish every including yellow, blue, purple green, red, and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Numerous models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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How often should you change coolant in a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid?

Normally, you should have your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid coolant flush finished every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Courtesy Kia of Brandon, we will check your fluid levels and check out it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's important to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid engine, it's better safe than sorry.

2014 Kia Optima Hybrid Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three predominant services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
• Flushing the entire system thoroughly
• Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage

What kind of coolant does 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid use?

There are multiple types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more baffling, the color of the coolant doesn't regularly mean the same thing. It's essential to reference your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid owner's manual for the particular type of coolant required and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service concluded. Or you can call one of our Kia Optima Hybrid factory certified service technicians for any details you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call today!

What happens if my 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid runs out of coolant?

Your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant completely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How long does 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid coolant last?

How usually you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was essentially only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not suggested for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For precise information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call at 8138500547 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What color coolant does 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid use?

It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, nevertheless, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, repeatedly be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid, you need to repeatedly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid to Courtesy Kia of Brandon or give us a call at 8138500547. Schedule service online and use one of our multiple coolant flush coupons to save today.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid?

Common symptoms that your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid needs a coolant flush are:

• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
• Coolant will usually leak out when the engine is operating. Check the ground when you park.
• Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
• Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
• Your heater may stop working
• Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.

How much coolant does a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should invariably check your 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Courtesy Kia of Brandon and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.