Kia Sorento: ATF Warmer Description
Second Generation XM (2011-2026) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2026 Service Manual / Automatic Transaxle System / Hydraulic System / ATF Warmer Description
The ATF warmer is mounted on the valve body cover to reduce oil viscosity
friction by increasing oil temperature under cold condition, which in turn improves
fuel efficiency. It is serial mounted on the entry of the Electronic Throttle
Controller (ETC), as shown in the diagram, and minimizes the effects of cabin
heating system.
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Engine coolant is used for circulating heat in order to heat and
cool the transaxle oil.
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Rapidly elevates the transaxle oil temperature during the initial
cold start of the engine.
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Prevents over heating of the transaxle oil while the vehicle is
moving.
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Transaxle oil warm-up and cooling can be done with a single system.
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The water coolant and oil are separate in order to exchange heat.
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Valve Body Installation
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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ATF Warmer Component Location
1. ATF Warmar
2. Bypass valve
3. ATF hose & pipe
4. Coolant hose & pipe
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Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the HO2S connector.
3.
Measure resistance between the HO2S termi ...
Checking the brake/clutch fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and adding brake/clutch* fl ...
Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor Description
Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor(OTS) monitors the automatic transaxle
fluid's temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an Negativen Thermal
Coefficient(NTC) sensor whose resist ...
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