engine DAEWOO NUBIRA 2004 Service Repair Manual

ENGINE COOLING 1D – 3
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSIS
THERMOSTAT TEST
1. Remove the thermostat from the vehicle. Refer to
”Thermostat” in this section.
2. Make sure the valve spring is tight when the ther-
mostat is fully closed. If the spring is not tight, re-
place the thermostat.
3. Suspend the thermostat and a thermometer in a
pan of 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water.
Do not let the thermostat or the thermometer rest
on the bottom of the pan because the uneven con-
centration of heat on the bottom could result in in-
accurate temperature measurements.
4. Heat the pan on a burner.
5. Use the thermometer to measure the temperature
of the heated solution.
6. The thermostat should begin to open at 87°C
(189°F) and it should be fully open at 102°C
(216°F). If it does not open at these temperatures,
replace the thermostat.
SURGE TANK CAP TEST
Tools Required
KM–471 Adapter
The surge tank cap maintains proper pressure, protects
the system from high pressure by opening a pressure
valve, and protects the coolant hoses from collapsing be-
cause of a vacuum.1. Wash any sludge from the surge tank cap and the
valve seat of the vacuum pressure valve for the
surge tank cap.
2. Check for any damage or deformity to the vacuum
pressure valve for the surge tank cap. If any dam-
age or deformity is found, replace the cap.
3. Install a suitable cooling system pressure tester to
the cap using the adapter KM–471.
4. Pull the vacuum pressure valve open. If the surge
tank cap does not seal properly, replace the surge
tank cap.
5. Pressurize the cap to 90 to 120 kPa (13.1 to 17.4
psi).
6. Wait 10 seconds and check the pressure held by
the tank cap tester.
7. If the pressure held by the cooling system pressure
tester falls below 80 kPa (11.6 psi), replace the
surge tank cap.

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COOLING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Engine Overheats
ChecksAction
Check for a loss of the coolant.Add the coolant.
Check for a weak coolant solution.Confirm that the coolant solution is a 50/50 mixture of eth-
ylene glycol and water.
Check the front of the radiator for any dirt, any leaves, or
any insects.Clean the front of the radiator.
Check for leakage from the hoses, the coolant pump, the
heater, the thermostat housing, the radiator, the core
plugs, or the head gasket.Replace any damaged components.
Check for a faulty thermostat.Replace a damaged thermostat.
Check for retarded ignition timing.Perform an ECM code diagnosis. Confirm the integrity of
the timing belt.
Check for an improperly operating electric cooling fan.Replace the electric cooling fan.
Check for radiator hoses that are plugged or rotted.Replace any damaged radiator hoses.
Check for a faulty water pump.Replace a faulty water pump.
Check for a faulty surge tank cap.Replace a faulty surge tank cap.
Check for a cylinder head or an engine block that is
cracked or plugged.Repair the damaged cylinder head or the damaged engine
block.
Loss of Coolant
ChecksAction
Check for a leak in the radiator.Replace a damaged radiator.
Check for a leak in the following locations:
S Surge tank.
S Hose.Replace the following parts, as needed:
S Surge tank.
S Hose.
Check for loose or damaged radiator hoses, heater hoses,
and connections.Reseat the hoses.
Replace the hoses or the clamps.
Check for leaks in the coolant pump seal.Replace the coolant pump seal.
Check for leaks in the coolant pump gasket.Replace the coolant pump gasket.
Check for an improper cylinder head torque.Tighten the cylinder head bolts to specifications.
Replace the cylinder head gasket, if needed.
Check for leaks in the following locations:
S Intake manifold.
S Cylinder head gasket.
S Cylinder block plug.
S Heater core.
S Radiator drain plug.Repair or replace any components, as needed, to correct
the leak.
Engine Fails to Reach Normal Operating Temperature or Cool Air
from the Heater
ChecksAction
Check to determine if the thermostat is stuck open or is the
wrong type of thermostat.Install a new thermostat of the correct type and heat range.
Check the coolant level to determine if it is below the MIN
mark on the surge tank.Add sufficient coolant to raise the fluid to the specified
mark on the surge tank.

ENGINE COOLING 1D – 5
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
COMPONENT LOCATOR
RADIATOR/FAN
1. Holder Transmission Fluid Pipe (Automatic Trans-
mission Only)
2. Upper Radiator Bumper
3. Front Upper Center Panel
4. Radiator
5. Lower Radiator Bumper6. Spring Clamp
7. Upper Radiator Hose
8. Main Cooling Fan
9. Auxiliary Cooling Fan
10. Drain Cock

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WATER PUMP/THERMOSTAT (1.4L/1.6L DOHC)
1. Cylinder Block Seal Ring
2. Seal Ring
3. Thermostat Housing4. Bolt
5. Bolt
6. Water Pump

ENGINE COOLING 1D – 7
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WATER PUMP/THERMOSTAT (1.8L DOHC)
1. Seal Ring
2. Thermostat
3. Thermostat Housing
4. Thermostat Housing Mounting Bolt5. Coolant Pump Mounting Bolt
6. Coolant Pump
7. Seal Ring

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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
ON–VEHICLE SERVICE
DRAINING AND REFILLING THE
COOLING SYSTEM
CAUTION : Do not remove the surge tank cap while
the engine and the radiator are hot. Scalding fluid and
steam may be blown out under pressure.
1. Place a pan below the vehicle to catch the draining
coolant.
2. Remove the surge tank cap.
3. Unplug the drain cock.
CAUTION : Dispose of the used coolant to a used
coolant holding tank to be picked up with the used oil
for disposal. Never pour the used coolant down the
drain. Ethylene glycol antifreeze is an extremely toxic
chemical. Disposing of it into the sewer system or the
ground water can contaminate the local environment.
4. Catch the escaping fluid in a drain pan.
5. Remove all sludge and dirt from inside the surge
tank. Refer to ”Surge Tank” in this section.
6. Plug the drain cock.
7. Add the clean water to the surge tank.
8. Fill the tank slowly so that the upper reservoir hose
remains above the water line. This allows the air
inside the cooling system to escape.
9. Start the engine.
10. Run the engine until the thermostat opens. You can
tell the thermostat is open when both radiator
hoses are hot to the touch.
11. Stop the engine.
12. Repeat Steps 1 through 9 until the drained water is
clear and free of coolant and rust.
Notice : Never use an antifreeze mixture more concen-
trated than 60 percent antifreeze to 40 percent water. The
solution freezing point increases above this concentration.
13. Fill the cooling system through the surge tank with
a mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water.
The mixture must be at least 50 percent antifreeze,
but not more than 60 percent antifreeze.
14. Fill the surge tank to the specified MAX fill mark on
the outside of the tank.

ENGINE COOLING 1D – 9
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
THERMOSTAT (1.4L/1.6L DOHC)
Removal Procedure
CAUTION : To prevent personal injury, do not remove
the surge tank cap while the engine and the radiator
are hot because the heat causes the system to remain
under pressure. Scalding fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure.
1. Drain the coolant. Refer to ”Draining and Refilling
the Cooling System” in this section.
2. Loosen the hose clamp on the upper radiator hose
at the thermostat housing.
3. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the ther-
mostat housing.
4. Loosen the clamp on the bypass hose.
5. Disconnect the bypass hose from the thermostat
housing.
6. Remove the mounting bolts that hold the thermo-
stat housing to the cylinder head.
7. Remove the thermostat housing from the head.
8. Remove the O–ring seal from the head.
9. Check the valve seat for foreign matter that could
prevent the valve from seating properly.
10. Check the thermostat for proper operation. Refer to
”Thermostat Test” in this section.
11. Clean the thermostat housing and the cylinder head
mating surfaces.
Installation Procedure
1. Coat the sealing surface of a new O–ring seal with
Lubriplater®.
2. Install a new O–ring seal into the recess in the cyl-
inder head.
3. Secure the thermostat housing to the cylinder head
with the mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the thermostat housing mounting bolts to 20
NSm (15 lb–ft).

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4. Connect the upper radiator hose to the thermostat
housing.
5. Secure the upper radiator hose to the thermostat
housing with a hose clamp.
6. Connect the bypass hose to the thermostat hous-
ing.
7. Secure the bypass hose with a hose clamp.
8. Refill the engine cooling system. Refer to ”Draining
and Refilling the Cooling System” in this section.
THERMOSTAT (1.8L DOHC)
Removal Procedure
CAUTION : To prevent personal injury, do not remove
the surge tank cap while the engine and the radiator
are hot because the heat causes the system to remain
under pressure. Scalding fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure.
1. Drain the coolant. Refer to ”Draining and Refilling
the Cooling System” in this section.
2. Loosen the hose clamp on the upper radiator hose
at the thermostat housing.
3. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the ther-
mostat housing.
4. Remove the mounting bolts that hold the thermo-
stat housing to the cylinder head.
5. Remove the thermostat housing from the cylinder
head.
6. Remove the seal ring from the thermostat housing.
7. Remove the thermostat from the thermostat hous-
ing by pressing the thermostat mounting flange
downward and then rotating the flange clockwise.
8. Inspect the valve seat for foreign matter that could
prevent the valve from sealing properly.
9. Inspect the thermostat for proper operation. Refer
to ”Thermostat Test” in this section.
10. Clean the thermostat housing and the cylinder head
mating surfaces.

ENGINE COOLING 1D – 11
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
Installation Procedure
1. Install the thermostat into the thermostat housing
by pressing the thermostat mounting flange down-
ward and then rotating the flange counterclockwise.
Rotate the thermostat mounting flange until it is
seated in the thermostat housing recesses.
2. Coat the sealing surface of a new seal ring with
Lubriplater®.
3. Install a new seal ring into the recess in the thermo-
stat housing.
4. Install the thermostat housing to the cylinder head.
5. Secure the thermostat housing to the cylinder head
with the mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the thermostat housing mounting bolts to 15
NSm (11 lb–ft).
6. Connect the upper radiator hose to the thermostat
housing.
7. Secure the upper radiator hose to the thermostat
housing with a hose clamp.
8. Refill the engine cooling system. Refer to ”Draining
and Refilling the Cooling System” in this section.
WATER PUMP
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the engine cooling system to a level below
the thermostat housing. Refer to ”Draining and Re-
filling the Cooling System” in this section.
2. Remove the timing belt. Refer to Section 1C DOHC
Engine Mechanical.
3. Remove the timing belt tension roller retaining bolt.
4. Remove the timing belt tension roller.

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5. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
6. Remove the water pump from the engine block.
7. Remove the ring seal from the water pump.
Inspection Cleaning Procedure
1. Inspect the water pump body for cracks and leaks.
2. Inspect the water pump bearing for play or abnor-
mal noise.
3. Inspect the water pump pulley for excessive wear.
If the water pump is defective, replace the water
pump as a unit.
4. Clean the mating surfaces of the water pump and
the engine block.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new ring seal to the water pump.
2. Coat the sealing surface of the ring seal with Lubri-
plater®.
3. Install the water pump to the engine block with the
flange aligned with the recess of the rear timing belt
cover.
4. Secure the water pump to the engine block with the
mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the water pump mounting bolts to 25 NSSm
(18 lb–ft).
5. Install the timing belt tension roller to the oil pump
with the flange inserted into the recess of the oil
pump.
6. Install the timing belt tension roller bolt. Do not
tighten the bolt at this time.
7. Install the timing belt. Refer to Section 1C, DOHC
Engine Mechanical.
8. Refill the engine cooling system. Refer to ”Draining
and Refilling the Cooling System” in this section.