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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.
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2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic Trans
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransSECTION 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 | 1.21 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.71 QTS. | 7.29 L | MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV, KIA genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the specifications approved by Kia Motors Corp. | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.6L Eng,Automatic Trans | 5.29 QTS. | 5 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 1.6L Eng | w/Filter | 3.80 QTS. | 3.59 L | API - SM, ILSAC GF-4, ACEA A5, SAE 5W-20 (5W-30) | For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM/ILSAC GF-4). | S |
| Fuel Tank | 14.26 GALS. | 53.97 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.6L Eng | 1.85 QTS. | 1.75 L | API - GL-4 SAE- 75W-85 or other brands meeting the GL-4 specification approved by KIA Motors Corp. | Fill for-life. | 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:
- 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.