Kia upper radiator hose nub broken

Try this remov upper radiator hose from engine block and fill that way without running the engine. Then when radiator is full meaning can no longer add coolant through hose reconnect hose start engine and add coolant to reservoir

3.0L Engine

VIN S Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:

• Splash shield
• Lower heater hose
• Radiator lower tube bolt
• Radiator upper front tube bolt
• Air cleaner assembly
• Battery and tray
• Water pump belt
• Upper radiator hose
• Engine vent hose
• Transaxle 10 pin connector
• Radiator bypass hose assembly
• Thermostat housing
• A/C compressor brace, if equipped
• Water pump mounting nuts
• Connector hose
• Water pump

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:

• Water pump
• Connector hose
• Water pump mounting nuts and tighten them to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
• A/C compressor brace, if equipped, and tighten the nuts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
• Thermostat housing
• Radiator bypass hose assembly
• Transaxle 10 pin connector
• Engine vent hose
• Upper radiator hose
• Water pump belt
• Battery and tray
• Air cleaner assembly
• Radiator upper front tube bolt
• Radiator lower tube bolt
• Lower heater hose
• Splash shield

2. Fill the cooling system.
3. Start the engine and check for leaks.

Hi, Here is the procedure for a 2002 KIA Sedona 2.9, Engine code KJ. I I can not guarantee the followingprocedure is exactly the same as your car.

Warnings and recommendations Unless otherwise advised by the manufacturer, the following procedures are recommended: Always fit a new timing belt after removal Check the tensioner and idler pulleys; renew if necessary Never turn the engine in the direction opposite to that of normal operation Check the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and oil contamination Note: The engine must be cold before timing belt adjustment Note: Avoid bending, torsion or traction General Before disconnecting the battery cable, check the audio system security code
Always check the timing marks before timing belt removal Removal Disconnect the battery Remove the radiator upper hose Remove the fuel filter unit Note: Do not disconnect the hoses
Remove the engine mount
Remove the bracket Remove the right front wheel Remove the air-conditioning drive belt Remove the ancillary drive belt Remove the ancillary drive belt tensioner Remove the coolant pump pulley Remove the crankshaft pulley Remove the timing cover(s)
Align the timing marks Loosen the tensioner
Remove the tensioner Remove the timing belt Check the gearwheels, tensioner and idler pulley(s) for damage and wear Renew if necessary Installation
Check the timing marks Fit the timing belt
Fit the tensioner
Adjust the tensioner
Align the marks on the tensioner Tighten the tensioner (23.5 Nm) Rotate the engine 2 rotations by hand
Align the timing marks
Check the tensioner Repeat the procedure if required Refit the timing covers Refit the crankshaft pulley (373 - 392 Nm) Refit the coolant pump pulley (17.6 - 28.4 Nm) Fit the ancillary drive belt tensioner Fit the ancillary drive belt Refit the air-conditioning drive belt Refit the front right wheel (88 - 108)
Fit the bracket (36.2 - 53.9 Nm) Refit the engine mount
Refit the fuel filter unit Refit the radiator hose(s) Refill the cooling system Check for leaks Reconnect the battery earth cable Torque settings Tensioner: (23.5 Nm) Timing covers (6.9 - 9.8 Nm) Coolant pump pulley: (17.6 - 28.4 Nm) Special tools Special tools are not required

If you change the head bolts that's the safest bet for trouble free operation. But, I've changed head bolts on Hondas for years and they never stretched. I know this is for a Kia. My best guess is that it's not necessary since the Chilton based manuals don't say to do this.

If the head is torqued down to specifications and it leaks, then I would say, otherwise. Even torque is more important than bolt stretch, especially if the bolts don't stretch so much that the head gasket can't be tight against the head and block.

Radiator Removal & Installation To Remove:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Disconnect negative cable.
3. Drain cooling system.
4. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Radiator upper crossmember
   • Upper and lower coolant hoses from the radiator
   • Transmission hoses from cooler
   • Engine oil cooler lines (if equipped)
   • Radiator fan electrical connector and fan assembly
   • Condenser mounting screws located at the front of the radiator
   • Transmission cooler line bracket from left side of radiator
5. Lift condenser upward enough to disengage upper mounting clips. Allow condenser to rest on lower radiator crossmember.
6. Lifted radiator from engine compartment.

To Install:

1. Seat the radiator assembly lower rubber isolators into the mounting holes in radiator lower support.
2. Attach air conditioning condenser to radiator
   • Torque to 45 inch lbs. (5 Nm)
3. Install or connect the following:
   • Radiator lower hose
   • Transmission cooler line bracket and transmission hoses
     1. Torque to 28 inch lbs. (3 Nm)
   • Radiator fan and electrical connector
   • Engine oil cooler lines (if equipped)
     1. Torque to 160 inch lbs. (18 Nm)
   • Radiator upper hose
   • Radiator upper support crossmember
   • Negative cable
4. Fill cooling system with coolant.

Kia Sportage 1998-02
Water Pump - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Lower splash shield Upper and lower radiator hoses Coolant reservoir tank hose Fresh air duct Fan and shroud Loosen the alternator mounting and adjusting bolts Alternator belt Fan pulley and bracket Upper and lower timing belt covers and turn the crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at Top Dead Center (TDC). Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and pry the tensioner away from the belt Timing belt Loosen the tensioner bolt Water pump Tensioners from the water pump
   

To install:



Fig. Exploded view of the water pump mounting

1. Clean the surface of any old gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   Tensioners on the water pump Water pump and gasket. Torque the bolts to 19 ft. lbs. 25 Nm). Timing belt Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and allow the tensioner to rest against the belt. Torque the tensioner lockbolt to 32 ft. lbs. (43 Nm). Upper and lower timing belt covers Fan bracket assembly and fan pulley Drive belt Cooling fan and shroud Position the radiator and torque the bracket bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm). Torque the shroud bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) and torque the alternator adjusting and mounting bolts Position the fresh air duct over the radiator and tighten the retaining bolt 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) Radiator hoses and tighten the clamps Lower splash shield Negative battery cable
3. Fill the cooling system.
4. Start the vehicle and bring the engine to operating temperature. Check for leaks and repair if necessary.

Good luck (remember rated this).

Isuzu_Rodeo_Rodeo_Sport_1997-2004
Water Pump - Removal and Installation

3.2L Engines

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Upper radiator hose Timing belt. Refer to the Timing Belt procedure. Idler pulley Water pump

To install:




Fig. Exploded view of the water pump mounting



Fig. Water pump torque sequence. Apply LOCTITE® 262 to bolt number 3 (arrow)-3.2L and 3.5L engines

NOTE Apply Loctite® 262 to bolt number 3 prior to installation.

1. Install or connect the following:
   Water pump. Tighten the bolts in two passes, in sequence, to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm). Idler pulley. Torque to 38 ft. lbs. (52 Nm). Timing belt Upper radiator hose Negative battery cable
2. Fill the cooling system.
3. Start the engine and check for leaks.

3.2L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following: Negative battery cableRadiator hoseAccessory drive beltFront coverTiming belt. Refer to the Timing Belt unit repair section.Timing belt idler pulley Water pump
   Negative battery cable Radiator hose Accessory drive belt Front cover Timing belt. Refer to the Timing Belt unit repair section. Timing belt idler pulley Water pump

To install:



Fig. Water pump bolt tightening sequence-3.2L engines

1. Install or connect the following: Water pump. Tighten the bolts in sequence to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).Timing belt idler pulley. Tighten the bolt to 38 ft. lbs. (52 Nm).Timing beltFront coverAccessory drive beltRadiator hoseNegative battery cable
   Water pump. Tighten the bolts in sequence to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm). Timing belt idler pulley. Tighten the bolt to 38 ft. lbs. (52 Nm). Timing belt Front cover Accessory drive belt Radiator hose Negative battery cable


2. Fill the cooling system.
3. Start the engine and check for leaks.

Hope this help (remember rated and commento).

I'm going to assume you have the 4WD model..here are the instructions for removal and install:

1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   Negative battery cable Lower splash shield Upper and lower radiator hoses Coolant reservoir tank hose Fresh air duct Fan and shroud Loosen the alternator mounting and adjusting bolts Alternator belt Fan pulley and bracket Upper and lower timing belt covers and turn the crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at Top Dead Center (TDC). Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and pry the tensioner away from the belt Timing belt Loosen the tensioner bolt Water pump Tensioners from the water pump

To Install:

1. Clean the surface of any old gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   
   Tensioners on the water pump Water pump and gasket. Torque the bolts to 19 ft. lbs. 25 Nm). Timing belt Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and allow the tensioner to rest against the belt. Torque the tensioner lockbolt to 32 ft. lbs. (43 Nm). Upper and lower timing belt covers Fan bracket assembly and fan pulley Drive belt Cooling fan and shroud Position the radiator and torque the bracket bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm). Torque the shroud bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) and torque the alternator adjusting and mounting bolts Position the fresh air duct over the radiator and tighten the retaining bolt 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) Radiator hoses and tighten the clamps Lower splash shield Negative battery cable
   
3. Fill the cooling system.
4. Start the vehicle and bring the engine to operating temperature. Check for leaks and repair if necessary.

most likely, replace thermostat .

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