Kia Sorento: Fluid Replacement

Kia Sorento (XM, 2011-2015) Service Manual / Automatic Transaxle System / Hydraulic System / Fluid Replacement

The ATF of the 6 speed automatic transaxle does not need to be replaced.If the vehicle is used in severe conditions or business use, replace ATF every 60,000 miles.

Severe usage is defined as

•	Driving in rough road (Bumpy, Gravel, Snowy, Unpaved road, etc.)

•	Driving in mountain road, ascent/descent

•	Repetition of short distance driving

•	More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C(89.6°F) .

•	Police, Taxi, Commercial type operation or trailer towing, etc

Remove the drain plug (A) and reinstall the drain plug after draining ATF totally.

Drain plug tightening torque :

38.2 ~ 48.1 N.m (3.9 ~ 4.9 kgf.m, 28.2 ~ 35.4 lb-ft)

Replace the gasket before reinstalling the drain plug.

2.	Fill the oil about 5 liters.

3.	Check the oil level. (Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid")

Fluid Service Adjustment Procedure

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Kia Sorento: Fluid Replacement

Fluid Service Adjustment Procedure

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