if you are looking at the motor it is on the right hand side where the radiator hose connects to the block. It will be under the hose connection. Takes two 10mm bolts . new t-stat comes with gasket.
The 2006 Kia Optima has 16 valves.
The 2006 Kia Optima has a 5-speed manual.
The 2006 Kia Optima is a gas-powered vehicle.
The 2006 Kia Optima has an inline 4 engine.
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The 2006 Kia Optima is 15 ft. 5.8 in. (185.8 in.) long.
The 2006 Kia Optima runs on regular unleaded.
The height of the 2006 Kia Optima is 4 ft. 7.5 in. (55.5 in.).
The 2006 Kia Optima has double overhead cam (DOHC).
The curb weight of the 2006 Kia Optima is 3281 lbs..
The 2006 Kia Optima's turning circle is 34.1 ft..
The 2006 Kia Optima has 36.2 in. of rear leg room.