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.
2020 Kia Sorento LFACTORY 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 | 4.23 OZS. | 0.12 L | PAG (FD46XG) | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Front and Rear A/C | 7.40 OZS. | 0.21 L | PAG (FD46XG) | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear | 1.80 LBS. | 0.81 KG | R-1234yf | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 1.43 LBS. | 0.64 KG | R-1234yf | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.4L Eng | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | ATF SP-IV or equivalent | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 0.50 QTS. | 0.47 L | FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.4L Eng | 8.35 QTS. | 7.9 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 | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.07 QTS. | 4.79 L | API SM, if not availble, you can used API SN or above, ILSAC GF-4 or above SAE 5W-20 | If GL-4 is not available GL-5 may be used. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 18.75 GALS. | 70.97 L | 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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