Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Kia Sorento Base, A5SR2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 7.25 OZS. | 0.21 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.31 LBS. | 0.59 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.57 QTS. | 10 L | APOLLOIL Automatic Transmission Fluid RED-1K or other brands meeting the RED 1K specification approved by Kia Motors Corp. | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.37 QTS. | 0.35 L | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.37 QTS. | 1.29 L | API - GL-5 SAE 90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/LSD | 1.69 QTS. | 1.59 L | API - GL-5 SAE 85W-90, INFILREX33 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/o LSD | 1.37 QTS. | 1.29 L | API - GL-5 SAE 90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 9.40 QTS. | 8.89 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 5.49 QTS. | 5.19 L | API - SJ, SL/ILSAC GF-3, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 21.00 GALS. | 79.49 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.90 QTS. | 0.85 L | Power Steering Fluid Type III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | DEXRON III | Fill for-life. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
