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 Soul GT LineFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.35 OZS. | 0.12 L | PAG | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.00 LBS. | 0.45 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.0L Eng | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | IVTF SP-CVT1 | Use only specified genuine Continuosly variable Transmission fluid. the use of non-specified fluid (even marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration and vibrations, eventually, the transmission failure. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.0L Eng | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | The engine coolant should be compatible with aluminum engine parts. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.0L Eng | w/Filter | 4.23 QTS. | 4 L | API - Latesst, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 14.27 GALS. | 54.01 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.85 QTS. | 1.75 L | API - GL-4, SAE 70W Recommended: SK HK MTF 70W, SHELL SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W MTF, GS CALTEX GS MTF HD 70W | 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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