2015 Kia Optima Coolant

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Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is frequently 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 cool point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceedingly hard. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the dominant 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 combined to create the convenient coolant.

You can invest ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water additional, or you can invest full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being additional 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 technicians and service specialists handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Kia has developed its own coolant or requires a diverse coolant that is occasional to diverse years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including purple red, yellow, green, blue, and orange. It is marvelous to do your research if you plan to search, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Courtesy Kia of Brandon offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to help you save at this moment. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Courtesy Kia of Brandon directly at a fabulous price.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2015 Kia Optima?

Common symptoms that your 2015 Kia Optima needs a coolant flush are:

Your check engine light may turn on
Your temperature gauge will read correctly above routine with the engine on for several minutes.
Your heater may avert working
Coolant will consistently leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
Steam will come from the radiator or hood
Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
Sometimes, albeit improbable, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.

What kind of coolant does 2015 Kia Optima use?

There are countless types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's considerable to reference your 2015 Kia Optima owner's manual for the explicit type of coolant decisive and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Kia Optima trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make hopeful the decent coolant is used. Give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call today!

How long does 2015 Kia Optima coolant last?

How commonly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are countless types of coolants. Interestingly enough, up until the mid-1990s there was basically 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 recommended 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 conspicuous information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2015 Kia Optima maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call at 8138500547 today and ask one of our factory-trained technicians or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What happens if my 2015 Kia Optima runs out of coolant?

Your 2015 Kia Optima doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your 2015 Kia Optima engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant entirely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your total engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How often should you change coolant in a 2015 Kia Optima?

Typically, you should have your 2015 Kia Optima coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you transport your vehicle into Courtesy Kia of Brandon, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make convinced it's diluted perfectly. It's vital to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make convinced you catch any issues before they cause serious wear and tear. When it comes to your 2015 Kia Optima engine, it's better reliable than liable.

What color coolant does 2015 Kia Optima use?

It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are ordinarily orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are ordinarily green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When glancing for the right coolant for your 2015 Kia Optima, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2015 Kia Optima to Courtesy Kia of Brandon or give us a call at 8138500547. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How much coolant does a 2015 Kia Optima take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly substitute level of coolant. To see the precise amount fundamental you should always check your 2015 Kia Optima owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Courtesy Kia of Brandon and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To stop burns, make satisfied your vehicle engine is cheerful before checking your coolant level.