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2005 Kia Optima Thermostat Location

Tiny
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Where is the thermostat located on the 2005 Kia Optima?
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 AT 4:49 PM

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Tiny
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It's in between the engine and air intake. Second one down, horizontal. The hose looks like it goes into the lower part of the radiator.
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Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 AT 5:15 PM
Tiny
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There is a small housing there. Is it inside the housing or inside the hose?
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Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 AT 6:51 PM
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Check inside the housing
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Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 AT 11:54 AM

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