2002 Kia Rio Location of thermostat

2002 KIA RIO
112,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TWARNER76
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Where is the thermostat located on a 2002 Kia Rio?
Jan 3, 2009 at 11:19 AM
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THERMOSTAT COMPONENT Remove components in the order shown in figure. Fig. 140: Identifying Thermostat Components


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INSTALLATION Install thermostat into cylinder head with jiggle pin positioned up. Install in the reverse of removal.
Jan 24, 2009 at 11:19 PM
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