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The thermostat in the 2007 Kia Sorento can be found next to the drive belt. To locate it, simply follow the radiator hose to the thermostat housing cover. If you need to repair or replace the thermostat, you will need to drain the coolant first. It is crucial to allow your Sorento to cool for a few hours before draining the coolant to avoid any burns or injuries. The radiator drain can be accessed through a hole in the front radiator support, and there are coolant drain plugs on each side of the block for the V6 engine. Make sure your engine and cooling system are properly prepared before removing the thermostat for a safe procedure.
In a 2007 Kia Sorento, you can find the thermostat underneath the housing close to the water pump on the cylinder head.
On the passenger side near the engine and firewall, close to the air intake and exhaust. You might need to take out the air filter and resonator boxes and remove the bolts securing the radiator line to reach it.
In the 2007 Kia Sorento, the thermostat is situated by the heater inlet and outlet between the engine and the firewall. Accessing it can be challenging compared to other vehicles. To reach the thermostat, you may need to remove the Air filter and resonance chamber on the passenger side for better clearance. Additionally, taking out the mounting bolts holding the coolant line is necessary to maneuvar the thermostat housing. The process involves a combination of 10mm and 12mm bolts and requires some effort, though not overly complex. Unfortunately, removing the thermostat from its position has proven to be quite difficult so far. I will make another attempt and hope for better luck. Best of luck to you in your endeavor as well.