2024 Kia Telluride LX, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Inspection

  1. Check the coolant temperature with the KDS.
  2. Disconnect the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) connector (A).
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  3. Measure resistance after disconnecting the ECTS connector.
    Temperature Resistance (KΞ©)
    Β°C Β°F
    -40 -40 48.14
    -20 -4 14.13 - 16.83
    0 32 5.79
    20 68 2.31 - 2.59
    40 104 1.148
    60 140 0.5865
    80 176 0.3222
    100 212 0.1884
    110 230 0.1451 - 0.1473
    120 248 0.1163
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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