Kia Sorento: Fluid Service Adjustment Procedure
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A check of ATF level is not normally required during scheduled
services. If an oil leak is found, perform the oil level check procedure
after replairs are completed.
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When checking the oil level, be careful not to enter dust, foreign
matters, etc. from fill hole.
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Remove the ATF Injection hole(eyebolt) (A).
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Always replace the O-Ring (A) of the eyebolt use new one
whenever loosening eyebolt.
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Add ATF SP-IV 700cc to the ATF injection hole.
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Start the engine. (Don’t step on brake and accelerator simultaneously.
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Confirm that the temperature of the A/T oil temperature sensor
is 50~60°C (122~140°F) with the GDS.
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Shift the select lever slowly from “P” to “D”, then “D” to “P”
and repeat one more at idle.
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Stop in each gear position for 3 seconds.
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Lift the vehicle, then remove the oil level plug (A) from the
valve body cover.
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At this time, the vehicle must be a horizontal state.
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If the oil flows out of the overflow plug in thin steady stream,
the oil level is correct.
Then finish the procedure and tighten the oil plug.
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Oil level check (excess or shortage) method
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Excess: Drain quantity exceed 900cc for tow minutes.
(50~60°C(122~140°F))
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If there is no damage at the automatic transaxle and the
oil cooler, the oil cooler hose, transaxle case, valve body
tightening state are normal, ATF must drop out after performing
above 1 to 7 procedures. After performing above 1 to 7 procedures,
if the oil doesn’t drop out, inspect the automatic transaxle
assembly for oil leaks.
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Replace the gasket before reinstalling the oil level plug.
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Oil level plug tightening torque
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Tightening up stopper
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Lower the vehicle with the lift and then tighten the eyebolt.
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1. ATF Injection hole(eyebolt)
2. Oil level plug
3. Oil drain plug
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The ATF of the 6 speed automatic transaxle does not need to be
replaced.If the vehicle is used in severe conditions or b ...
Fluid Component Location
Fluid Replacement