Repair Procedures: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Kia Soul. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
- Check the bearing for damage, abnormal noise and sluggish rotation, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
- Check for coolant leakage. If coolant leaks from hole, the seal is defective. Replace the coolant pump assembly and gasket.NOTE: A small amount of seepage from the bleed hole is normal.