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.
2011 Kia Sorento Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Front A/C | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Front and Rear A/C | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear | 1.65 LBS. | 0.74 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 1.32 LBS. | 0.59 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.4L Eng | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV Kia geuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specification approved by Kia motor corp. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.4L Eng,Automatic Trans | 6.97 QTS. | 6.59 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and distilled water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.4L Eng | 4.86 QTS. | 4.59 L | API - SJ, SL, ILSAC GF-4, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 17.96 GALS. | 67.98 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | Fill for-life. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.06 QTS. | 1 L | Power Steering Fluid Type III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.4L Eng | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | 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:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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