Kia Niro Coolant

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 chilled point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely hard. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the classic 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 comfortable 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 veterans handle your coolant flush.

Every car manufacturer, consisting Kia has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are countless colors of coolants to help distinguish each including blue, yellow, purple green, red, and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to browse, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Many models will not be admissible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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How much coolant does a Kia Niro take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly disparate level of coolant. To see the definite amount essential you should always check your Kia Niro owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Courtesy Kia of Brandon and we'll answer each questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What happens if my Kia Niro runs out of coolant?

Your Kia Niro doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your Kia Niro 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 entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

Kia Niro Coolant Flush

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

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

What kind of coolant does Kia Niro use?

There are many 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 equal thing. It's important to reference your Kia Niro owner's manual for the definite type of coolant necessary and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Kia Niro licensed service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the possible coolant is used. Give Courtesy Kia of Brandon a call today!

How long does Kia Niro coolant last?

How often 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 definitive information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Kia Niro 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.

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

Common symptoms that your Kia Niro needs a coolant flush are:

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

What color coolant does Kia Niro use?

It's extraordinary 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 sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your Kia Niro, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Kia Niro 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 often should you change coolant in a Kia Niro?

Typically, you should have your Kia Niro coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car 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 courageous it's diluted properly. It's exciting to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make courageous you catch any issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your Kia Niro engine, it's better secure than apologetic.