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.
2014 Kia Forte LX, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV, KIA genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specification approved by Kia Motors Corp. | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Standard Trans | 6.34 QTS. | 5.99 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.23 QTS. | 4 L | API SM, ILSAC GF-4, or above, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | Fill for-life. Or other brands meeting the GL-4 specification approved by KIA Motor Corp. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | PSF-4 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | S | ||||
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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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