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.
2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.50 OZS. | 0.13 L | POE | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-1234yf or R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.05 QTS. | 1.94 L | API - GL-4, SAE 70W HK D DCTF TGO-10 (SK), SPIRAX S6 GHDE | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Engine Coolant Fluid | 6.31 QTS. | 5.97 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Inverter Coolant | 2.56 QTS. | 2.42 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 | 4.01 QTS. | 3.79 L | ACEA A5 or API - SM or above, ILSAC GF-4 or above. SAE 0W-20, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 11.60 GALS. | 43.91 L | 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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