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2017 Kia Sorento 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 cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely basic. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the leading ingredient in the prominent 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 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 specialists at Nalley Kia a call at 7702885283 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 singular coolant that is unique to distinct years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including green, purple yellow, red, blue, and orange. It is fundamental to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Nalley Kia offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to help you save today. To shop each of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Nalley Kia directly at a fantastic value.

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

Every make and model requires a slightly different level of coolant. To see the definite amount necessary you should always check your 2017 Kia Sorento owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Nalley Kia and we'll solution any questions you have on coolant levels.

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

2017 Kia Sorento Coolant Flush

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

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

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

Typically, you should have your 2017 Kia Sorento 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 Nalley Kia, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make positive it's diluted accurately. It's miraculous to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make positive you catch any issues before they cause strict damage. When it comes to your 2017 Kia Sorento engine, it's better safe than sorry.

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

Your 2017 Kia Sorento doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a substantial percentage range or your 2017 Kia Sorento engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant fully due to a leak or low fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How long does 2017 Kia Sorento coolant last?

How naturally 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 specific information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2017 Kia Sorento maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Nalley Kia a call at 7702885283 at this moment 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 color coolant does 2017 Kia Sorento use?

It's important 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 satisfied to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your 2017 Kia Sorento, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you're using the right coolant is to send your 2017 Kia Sorento to Nalley Kia or give us a call at 7702885283. Schedule service online and use one of our copious coolant flush coupons to save today.

What kind of coolant does 2017 Kia Sorento use?

There are copious 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 alike thing. It's compelling to reference your 2017 Kia Sorento owner's manual for the specific type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Kia Sorento skilled service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the decent coolant is used. Give Nalley Kia a call today!

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2017 Kia Sorento?

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

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