Kia Sorento: Fluid Replacement

Replacement

1.	Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")

Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.

Tightening torque :

34.0 - 44.0 N·m (3.5 - 4.5 kgf·m, 25.3 - 32.5 lb·ft)

Automatic Transaxle System — Hydraulic System / Fluid / Replacement illustration

The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).

3.	Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")

Remove the eyebolt (A).

Automatic Transaxle System — Hydraulic System / Fluid / Replacement illustration

The existing eyebolt O-ring (A) must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).

Automatic Transaxle System — Hydraulic System / Fluid / Replacement illustration

5.	Fill the automatic transaxle with about 5.0 L of Kia genuine ATF SP4M-1 through the ATF filler hole.

6.	Perform the ATF level check procedure. (Refer to Fluid - "Inspection")

Inspection Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Check ...

Valve Body Components and Components Location Component 1. ATF Warmer Hose2. Valve Body Cover2-a. 11.8 - 13.7 N·m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf·m, 8.7 ...

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