2008 Kia AmantiFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transaxle System: General: Specifications

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Engine type Ξ» -3.8
Transaxle type A5HF1
Gear ratio 1ST 3.840
2ND 2.092
3RD 1.440
4TH 1.048
5TH 0.728
REV. 3.859
Final gear ratio 3.333
T/M oil capacity (LΒ  ) 10.9

* The quantity in the chart above is for the reference. The actual filling quantity of the automatic transaxle fluid must be set according to 'INSPECTION' or 'REPLACEMENT' process of the automatic transaxle fluid.

INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT PROCESS OF AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

Recommended transaxle oil Diamond ATF SP III or SK ATF SP III
Check & Replenishment Every one year or every 15,000 mile (24,000 km)
Replacement Private use Every 100,000 mile (160,000 km)
Business use Every 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
  1. Driving on rough road (bumpy road, gravel road, snowy road, unpaved road etc.)
  2. Driving on mountain road, ascent/descent
  3. Repetition of short distance driving
  4. More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32Β°C (89.6Β°F)
  5. Police car, Taxi, Commercial type operation or trailer towing, etc.
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  • 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.