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.
2021 Kia Seltos S, AWDFACTORY 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 30 | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.00 LBS. | 0.45 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.0L Eng | 7.08 QTS. | 6.7 L | SP- CVT | Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | 0.74 QTS. | 0.7 L | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | AWD | Rear | 0.53 QTS. | 0.5 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-85 or equivalent). | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 2.0L Eng | 5.70 QTS. | 5.39 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.0L Eng | w/Filter | 4.23 QTS. | 4 L | API - Latest, ILSAC - Latest, SAE 5W-20 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.42 QTS. | 0.39 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-85 or equivalent). | 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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