Kia Optima: Replacement
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ATF of 6 speed automatic transaxle doesn’t need to be replaced. If the vehicle
is used severely in business or personal use, replace ATF every 60,000 miles.
Severe usage is defined as
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Driving in rough road
(Bumpy, Gravel, Snowy, Unpaved road, etc) |
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Driving in mountain road,
ascent/descent |
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Repetition of short distance
driving |
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More than 50% operation
in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C(89.6°F) . |
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Police, Taxi, Commercial
type operation or trailer towing, etc |
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Remove the drain plug (A) and
reinstall the drain plug after draining ATF totally.
Drain plug tightening torque:
34.3 ~ 44.1 N.m (3.5 ~ 4.5 kgf.m, 25.3 ~32.6 lb-ft)
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The gasket of the drain plug use new one. |
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Fill the oil about 5 liters through
eyebolt. |
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Check the oil level. (Refer to
"Hydraulic system (Fluid)" in this group) |
Oil level Check
A check of ATF level is not normally required during scheduled services.
If an oil leak is found, perfo ...
Description
The valve body is essential to automatic transaxle control and consists of various
valves used to control the oil feed from the oil pump. Specifically, these valves
consist of pressur ...
See also:
Seatback angle
To recline the seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift up the seatback recline lever. 2. Carefully
lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire.
3. R ...
Removal
Pressure Side Impact Sensor
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Removal of the airbag
must be performed according to the precautions/pr ...
Description and Operation
System Overview
RPAS(Rear Parking Assist System) is an electronic driving aid device warning driver
to be cautious when they park or speed low after detecting an object on side and
behind of vehi ...
Service Adjustment Procedure
Valve Body. Description and Operation