Fill engine coolant and bleed air
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
High pressure hot fluid escaping from the radiator can cause severe burns.
Close the relay box cover before filling with coolant. Pour fluid carefully to avoid splashing onto electrical parts or paint. If coolant spills, wipe it up immediately.
1. Move the heater temperature control lever to the maximum heat position. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch.
2. Remove the radiator cap (A).
3. Remove the drain plug (A) and drain the coolant.
4. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.
5. After draining the engine coolant, clean the reservoir.
6. Fill the radiator with water through the filler neck and tighten the cap.
For more efficient air release, fill in water slowly and push down on the upper / lower radiator hoses.
7. Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature. Wait for the cooling fans to turn on several times.
Step on the accelerator pedal to release the air faster. Stop the engine.
8. Wait for the engine to cool down.
9. Repeat steps 1 through 8 until the drain water is clear.
10. Slowly pour a mixture of antifreeze and water (55 ~ 60%) (except for North America, Europe and China: 45 ~ 50%) through the radiator cap. The top and bottom hoses can be gently squeezed to help bleed air from the system.
Use only branded antifreeze and coolant.
For the best corrosion protection, the concentration of antifreeze must be maintained at a minimum of 55% throughout the year (excluding North America, Europe and China: 45%).
Antifreeze concentrations less than 55% (except North America, Europe and China: 45%) may not provide adequate protection against corrosion or freezing.
It is not recommended to use coolant concentrations over 60% as they reduce the cooling efficiency.
Do not mix different brands of antifreeze and coolant.
Do not use additional anti-corrosion additives as they may not be compatible with the coolant.
11. Start the engine and run it until the coolant circulates. With the cooling fan running and the coolant circulating, add fluid through the radiator cap.
12. Repeat step 11 until the cooling fan turns on 3-5 times and bleed air from the cooling system.
13. Install the radiator cap and fill the coolant reservoir up to the “MAX” (or “F”) line.
14. Start the engine at idle speed and wait for the cooling fan to complete 2 ~ 3 working cycles.
15. Stop the engine and wait for the coolant to cool down.
16. Repeat steps 10 through 15 until the coolant level stops dropping, bleed air from the cooling system.
It takes a certain amount of time to bleed air from the cooling system. After the engine has completely cooled down, add coolant and check the level in the reservoir after 2-3 days.
Coolant capacity Manual transmission: 6.9 L (1.82 US gal, 7.29 US qt, 6.06 UK qt) Automatic transmission: 6.7 L (1.76 US gal, 7.07 US qt) qt, 5.89 imperial qt)
Antifreeze for Hyundai cars (Accent, Sonata, Elantra, Solaris, Tussan, Creta), and KIA (Sid, Sportage, Spectra, Rio) have the same article, manufacturer and the same composition. From the factory, these cars are filled with green coolant, made on the basis of ethylene glycol. She has specifications Hyundai-Kia MS 591-08, Korean KSM 2142 and Japan JIS K 2234... The filling volume for each car is different, depending on the manufacturer's recommendations. In Russia (at the plant in St. Petersburg), it is used instead analog of CoolStream A-110... Four brands of antifreeze available in the Russian market and the CIS countries fully comply with the specifications that are required for use in the cooling system.
Antifreeze in Hyundai and KIA that is filled from the manufacturer
In all configurations of the aforementioned cars, the antifreeze is always filled with the same - green color (do not confuse it with G11). There are slight differences only depending on the country of car production.
For cars produced in Russia, antifreeze is produced by OJSC "Technoform" by order of LLC "Mobis Parts CIS". The article number of this fluid is R9000AC001H. This is a white liter bottle with Hyundai or Kia emblem and lettering Antifreeze Crown LLC A-110 belongs to the class of phosphate-carboxylate. Manufactured according to the technologies of the Korean company Kukdong. The composition of this liquid, in addition to ethylene glycol, includes demineralized water and a special concentrate AC-110. Often, this antifreeze is bought for topping up. Preliminary it is not necessary to dilute it with distilled water.
There is also such a liquid, only under the article R9000AC001K. According to the catalog, it is used for KIA cars (this is indicated by the last letter K in the article number). Both in composition and in volume, both antifreezes are completely identical. Coolants based on ethylene glycol, since both the Kia and Hyundai itself have an aluminum radiator. Both meet the Hyundai / Kia MS591-08 and JIS K 2234 specifications. There is only a slight price difference.
Original coolant for Hyundai and KIA, produced outside of Russia - Hyundai / Kia Long Life Coolant(concentrate) has an article number 0710000200 (2 l) or 0710000400 (4 l). Manufacturer - KUKDONG JEYEN COMPANY LTD. This antifreeze is based on phosphate ethylene glycol and contains at least amines, borates, silicates and nitrites, but belongs to the silicate class. Tellingly, the shelf life of this product is indicated on the packaging - 2 years (Coolant 2yr). But at the same time, the manufacturer recommends replacing antifreeze on Hyundai every 10 years. These disagreements are due to the fact that during long-term storage of this liquid, a sediment may form at the bottom of the container.
Since this South Korean antifreeze is supplied as a concentrate, before using it must be diluted with distilled water... It is desirable to dilute 1 to 1. In such proportions, the lower temperature regime of -37 ° C is achieved, and if you take 60 parts against 40 water, then all -52 degrees (in warm regions where the temperature does not drop below -26 ° C, use inverse proportion). With other ratios, the lower operating temperature also changes. As a rule, such a coolant is bought when a complete replacement of the coolant is made.
What kind of antifreeze can be poured into Hyundai and Kia?
In addition to those liquids that are poured from the conveyor, due to the high price of the original, substitutes are used for all Hyundai / Kia cars that fully meet all the necessary requirements. Direct analogue original Russian antifreeze from the manufacturer is a liquid - CoolStream A-110... It can be sold in cans of 1 and 5 liters. This is a non-original antifreeze and is produced by the same Technoform company in the city of Klimovsk. This is an exact copy of what is sold under the Hyundai / Kia brand only in its own packaging. In the car system, in constant circulation, the fluid lasts up to 10 years or 200 thousand km, although if you rely on the manufacturer's recommendations, then this should be an order of magnitude earlier - 120,000 km. The table below shows the physical and chemical characteristics of this antifreeze.
Also, very close popular counterpart, suitable for all the necessary specifications is antifreeze from a German company RAVENOL - HJC Hybrid Japanese Coolant... In composition and color, it is similar to the original liquid, but belongs to the hybrid class and the service life is only 3 years or 60 thousand km. It is sold both as a concentrate and as a ready-to-use liquid for topping up. Has several articles for ordering.
CoolStream A-110
RAVENOL HJC Hybrid Japanese Coolant
When do you need to change antifreeze for Hyundai and Kia?
According to the recommendations of manufacturers, most Hyundai (Accent, Sonata, Elantra, Solaris, Tucson, Creta) and KIA (Ceed, Sportage, Spectra, Rio) need to be replaced every 10 years, or every 120 thousand km. But many experienced drivers agree that this is too long a period and recommend changing it at least every 2 years, or 30 thousand km. you can use distilled water or ready-made diluted antifreeze (not concentrate). Water is usually topped up when the vehicle is heavily used during the hot season.
The replacement of the coolant in the car must be carried out in a timely manner, since the operation of the machine depends on it. The car owner should carefully monitor the amount and quality of antifreeze.
How to properly change the antifreeze in the Hyundai i30?
Hyundai i20 and i30 cars belong to the same model range. Despite the slight differences (only the type differs: B and C classes), antifreeze for each model can be used differently.
Model differences:
- The engine power of the Hyundai i20 model is 24% less than that of the Hyundai i30 model, the fuel consumption is also more economical, the consumption of engine oil and antifreeze is also lower.
- The configuration of the Hyundai i30 engine is made in a newer format; the generation of this model is distinguished by a number of technical solutions. The ah 30 model was released a year and a half later.
In Hyundai i20, you can use G11 with silicate additives. Its difference from the later version of the i30 is that the engine is not as powerful and does not need good heat transfer.
- What's the problem with G11 antifreeze? This liquid meets all standards. But due to silicate additives that prevent the formation of corrosion, heat transfer is somewhat worse. Replacement of antifreeze in Hyundai i20 can be done with a higher class of coolant;
- Antifreeze for Hyundai i30 must be used from the G12 brand and above;
- The replacement period for the G11 is no more than 2 years (Hyundai i20), antifreeze for the Hyundai i30 - the replacement period will be at least 3 years.
First step
Replacing the refrigerant in the car takes place in stages.
First, it is necessary to ensure that the antifreeze is drained from the Hyundai:
- We find the drain cap under the radiator - be careful, it is plastic and it is easy to damage it with a screwdriver;
- Under the place of discharge - we substitute the container (5-7 liters);
- Open the upper radiator cover;
- We drain, at the same time we correct the heat exchanger hoses so that the system does not stagnate, and the old fluid completely drains out.
Second phase
The most important stage of replacement is flushing the system, since over time it becomes clogged and problems will arise even with periodic filling of new antifreeze.
We flush the heat exchanger after G11 antifreeze without fail. Unlike G12 and G 13, it is guaranteed to leave a sludge inside the cooling ducts.
- It is necessary to pour distilled water into the neck of the radiator until the water acquires a transparent color, without impurities;
- At the time of flushing, turn on the engine and try to increase the speed with a slight pressure at idle (it is guaranteed that air residues and possible scale and deposits will come out).
Stage Three
At extremely low temperatures, the refrigerant freezes, so car owners began to dilute the antifreeze concentrate.
You can mix the cooling concentrate and distilled water in a 60/40 ratio.
Replacing antifreeze in Hyundai ah 30 using G13 is carried out without using a concentrate.
- Close the lower drain cone (turn off the car beforehand);
- Fill the neck with 5-6 liters up to the “Full” mark.
- All hoses can be straightened with a gentle movement. Squeeze - to distribute the coolant more evenly and to prevent the formation of air cushions;
- We check for possible smudges. The liquid must cool uniformly the entire heat exchanger circuit.
Breakage or leakage of coolant
Cooling antifreeze, properly filled, will last for at least 3 years with high quality. If a leak appears in the heat exchanger, which was not detected in time, the owner will receive a guaranteed repair. Do-it-yourself replacement of antifreeze in Hyundai ai 30 is carried out in just 15 minutes.
During this time, do not be lazy to check:
- All circuits and hoses are leak-proof. If a breakdown is found, the use of electrical tape is unacceptable. Change the circuit or the entire hose;
- The muffler gives a normal gasoline residue - no gray smoke. The engine receives cooling;
- The radiator is free of limescale, streaks or rusty impurities. If found, flush the system (if it was done poorly for the first time or forgotten);
- Stains were found under the radiator (especially in the place of long-term parking). Check with pliers - hose clamps are securely fastened (if disassembled). The boiling point of the engine is normal. Open the tank - the liquid should be at the same mark as the one you filled in earlier. If it is below the mark - with the engine running, check for possible leaks.
In conclusion - use only certified antifreeze. In operation Hyundai, on the last pages there is a list of firms recommended by the car company. Optional - indicate the mileage mark (or date) when the antifreeze was last poured.
Antifreeze is a brand of domestic antifreeze, developed back in 1971, which began to be produced in Togliatti during the Soviet era. There were only 2 types of domestic antifreeze: antifreeze-40 (blue) and antifreeze-65 (red).
Antifreezes are distinguished by the additives included in it:
- Traditional antifreeze;
- Hybrid antifreeze G-11(Hybrid, "hybrid coolants", HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology));
- Carboxylate antifreezes G-12, G-12 +("Carboxylate coolants", OAT (Organic Acid Technology));
- Lobrid antifreeze G-12 ++, G-13("Lobrid coolants" or "SOAT coolants").
If you need to add coolant to the Hyundai i30, then it is safe to mix only one type of antifreeze, not the color. Color is just a dye. It is forbidden to pour water (even distilled water) into the Hyundai i30 radiator, since in the heat at a temperature of 100C the water will boil and scale will form. In cold weather, the water will freeze, the pipes and the radiator of the Hyundai i30 will simply burst.
Replace the coolant on the Hyundai i30 for several reasons:
- Antifreeze expires- the concentration of inhibitors in it decreases, heat transfer decreases;
- The level of antifreeze from leaks has decreased- its level in the Hundai expansion tank must remain constant. In this case, it can go through leaks in the joints, or cracks in the radiator, pipes.
- Decreased antifreeze level due to engine overheating- the antifreeze begins to boil, a safety valve opens in the plug of the expansion tank of the Khundaya i30 cooling system, discharging antifreeze vapors into the atmosphere.
- Replacement parts of the cooling system Hyundai i30 or engine repair;
Signs by which the state of the spent antifreeze in the Hyundai i30 is determined:
- Test strip results;
- Measuring antifreeze in Hyundai i30 with a refractometer or hydrometer;
- Change in color shade: for example, it was green, became rusty or yellow, as well as turbidity, fading;
- The presence of shavings, chips, scale, foam.
Flushing the cooling system of Hyundai i30, before pouring new antifreeze, completely removes the protective layer and the remnants of the old antifreeze, this is necessary when changing from one type to another. To flush the Khundaya i30 radiator, a special agent should be used, which is often diluted with water in accordance with the instructions. The finished flush is poured into the expansion tank of the Hyundai i30 radiator with the engine turned off. It must first be warmed up to operating temperature so that the thermostat opens and antifreeze begins to circulate in a large circle of the cooling system.
Then the engine is started, it is allowed to idle for 30 minutes. Discard the flushing liquid. The operation is repeated depending on the composition of the outflowing liquid. The flushing mixture can be used only in the first run, in the following - distilled water. The antifreeze replacement time for Hyundai i30 is from half an hour, with flushing - up to 1.5 hours.
