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2017 Kia Soul Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is naturally 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 cut the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely critical. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the basic ingredient in the favored 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 noble 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 technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

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

Courtesy Kia of Brandon offers a collection of coolant flush coupons to help you save quickly. 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 positive price.

How often should you change coolant in a 2017 Kia Soul?

Typically, you should have your 2017 Kia Soul 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 bring 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 confident it's diluted properly. It's alluring to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make confident you catch any issues before they cause rigorous damage. When it comes to your 2017 Kia Soul engine, it's better protected than liable.

What happens if my 2017 Kia Soul runs out of coolant?

Your 2017 Kia Soul doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a conclusive percentage vary or your 2017 Kia Soul engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant fully 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 do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2017 Kia Soul?

Common symptoms that your 2017 Kia Soul needs a coolant flush are:

  • Steam will come from the radiator or hood
  • Sometimes, albeit inconceivable, you'll be firm to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
  • Your temperature gauge will read well above classic with the engine on for numerous minutes.
  • Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
  • Your check engine light may turn on
  • Coolant will naturally leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
  • Sediment or rust will be pronounced in the coolant
  • Your heater may stop working

What color coolant does 2017 Kia Soul use?

It's vital 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. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be hopeful to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When glancing for the right coolant for your 2017 Kia Soul, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2017 Kia Soul to Courtesy Kia of Brandon or give us a call at 8138500547. Schedule service online and use one of our countless coolant flush coupons to save today.

2017 Kia Soul Coolant Flush

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

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

What kind of coolant does 2017 Kia Soul 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 imposing to reference your 2017 Kia Soul owner's manual for the assorted 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 Soul trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make hopeful the proper coolant is used. Give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call today!

How long does 2017 Kia Soul coolant last?

How naturally you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many 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 definite information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2017 Kia Soul maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call at 8138500547 expeditiously 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.

How much coolant does a 2017 Kia Soul take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly understandable level of coolant. To see the careful amount exciting you should always check your 2017 Kia Soul owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Courtesy Kia of Brandon and we'll answer all questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To prohibit burns, make hopeful your vehicle engine is charming before checking your coolant level.