2012 SSANGYONG RODIUS engine

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1) Coolant Level Check
Park the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake. Stop the engine and wait until it is
cooled down.
The coolant level should be between the MAX and MIN mark on the coolant reservoir.
Check the coolant level. If the level is below the “MIN” mark, immediately add coolant. 1.
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Scalding hot coolant and steam could be blown out under pressure, which could cause
serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine and radiator are hot.
Avoid any direct contact of the coolant to the painted body of the vehicle. -
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3. CAUTIONS
If 100% of anti-freeze is added, the water pump vane can be damaged and thermal
conductivity can be decreased resulting in poor circulation in the cooling system which leads
to overheated engine.
Use of non-recommended coolant could cause damage to the cooling system and
overheating of the engine.
Opening the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot can cause burns by hot
steam or water.
To open the coolant reservoir cap, wrap the cap with a wet towel or thick cloth after the
engine is cooled down sufficiently.
If cool water is added to the heated engine, the engine or radiator can be deformed.
The anti-freeze in the coolant can damage the painted surface, so avoid the contact of the
coolant to the painted body.
The anti-freeze and water should be mixed in proper mixture ratio. Never add only water
when adding coolant.
If the anti-freeze content is too low, the coolant can be frozen while the engine can be
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Coolant reservoir
Oil filter module
Thermostat
When the engine coolant
reaches 90℃, the thermostat
starts to open (fully open at
100℃) and lets the coolant
flow to the radiator to
maintain the engine
temperature.
Water pump
The water pump is driven by the engine drive belt and
supplies the coolant to each area of the engine.
1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1) Overview
Water pump Impeller vaneSealing

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Coolant temperature sensor
Measures the coolant
temperature and sends the
result to the engine ECU.
Electric fan
Circulates the fresh air forcibly to exchange
heat with the radiator core fin.
Radiator
Releases heat through fins and cools down the hot
coolant as the coolant passes through the tube of
the radiator core.

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2. INSPECTION
1) Alternator Output Test
Item How to check DTC set value / Action
Output
current
B terminal
current
Rotor
coil
resistance
D terminal
voltage
Disconnect the cable connected to the
B terminal on the alternator. Connect
one end of the ammeter to the B
terminal and the other end to the cable
connected to the B terminal.
Measure the maximum output value.
(Maintain the engine speed between
2,500 and 3,000 rpm.)
(Turn the headlamp and all the electrical
switches on.) 1.
2.Pass: If the measured current is
45 A or higher.
Fail: If the measured current is
less than 45 A.
Check the current of the B
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Move the gear selector lever to the
neutral position.
Maintain the engine speed at 2,500 rpm
with the vehicle unloaded.
(Turn all the electrical switches off.) 1.
2.Open circuit: If the measured
current is 5 A or higher. -
Disconnect the negative cable from the
battery.
Remove the B terminal and turn off the
ignition switch.
Measure the resistance between the L
and F terminals with an ohmmeter. 1.
2.
3.Pass: If the measured resistance
is between 3 and 6 Ω.
Faulty rotor coil or slip ring: If the
measured resistance is less than
3 Ω or greater than 6 Ω. -
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Connect the B terminal wiring.
Measure the voltage with the engine
running. 1.
2.Specification: 12.5 V to 14.5 V
Faulty IC regulator or field coil: If
the measured voltage is 14.5 V
or higher. -
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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Connect the negative cable again after connecting the ammeter. -
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2) Troubleshooting for Alternator
Item Cause Action
Overcharged
batteryDefective alternator voltage regulator Replace the alternator
Defective voltage detection wiring Replace the alternator
Defective voltage detection wiring Repair or replace
Discharged battery Loose alternator drive belt Adjust the belt tension or replace
Poor connection of related circuit or
open circuitRetighten the loose connection or
repair open circuit
Defective alternator voltage regulator Replace the alternator
Terminated battery Replace the battery
Defective ground Repair
Charge warning
lamp does not
come on when
turning on ignition
switch with engine
stoppedDefective alternator voltage regulator Replace the alternator
Open circuit in charge warning lamp,
fuse or wiringReplace or repair the charge
warning lamp or fuse
Defective ignition switch Replace the ignition switch
Defective ground of alternator circuit Repair
Charge warning
lamp is not turned
off after starting
engineDefective alternator voltage regulator Replace the alternator
Corroded or worn battery cable Repair or replace the battery cable
Loose alternator drive bel Replace the batteryAdjust the belt
tension or replace the belt
Defective wiring harness Repair or replace
Warning lamp
does not go off
even after starting
the engineCorrosion or damage of
battery cableRepair or replace the
battery cable
Loose alternator drive belt Adjust the belt tension or
replace the belt
Defective wiring harness Repair or replace
Overcharged
batteryDefective voltage regulator of
alternatorReplace the alternator
Defective voltage detecting wiring Repair or replace

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(3) Starting with jumper cable
If the battery is weak or terminated, the battery from another vehicle can be used with jumper
cables to start the engine.
Connecting order ▶
The positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery
The positive (+) terminal of the booster battery
The negative (-) terminal of the booster battery
Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the body of the discharged vehicle, such as the
engine block or a front towing hook. 1.
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Starting ▶
Prepare a set of jumper cables.
Place another vehicle that has the same 12 V of power near to the discharged vehicle.
Switch off all electrical accessories for the discharged vehicle.
Apply the parking brake and shift the transaxle to the P position (automatic transaxle) or neutral
(N) position (manual transaxle).
Connect the jumper cables.
Try to start the discharged vehicle while accelerating the engine rpm in the booster vehicle.
Attempt to start the engine with the discharged battery.
After starting the engine, carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse sequence of
connection. 1.
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Alternator
The alternator charges the battery and
supplies power to each electric unit by
converting the mechanical energy to the
electrical energy.
1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1) Overview
The charge system is designed to supply electrical energy to the vehicle while driving, and supplies a
constant direct current voltage by converting mechanical rotational movement to electrical energy.
The voltage regulator on the back of the alternator controls the generated voltage in all rotating ranges
and adjusts the system voltage according to the electric load and ambient temperature change.
2) System Layout (Locations)
Battery
It converts the chemical energy to the
electrical energy and supplies power to
the corresponding electric units when
starting the engine.