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.
2022 Kia Carnival EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.50 OZS. | 0.19 L | PAG 30 | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.70 LBS. | 0.77 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | MICHANG ATF SP-IV | Use only specified genuine Automatic transmission fluid. The use of non-specified fluid (even marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration and vibrations, eventually with transmission failure. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 9.09 QTS. | 8.6 L | Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator) | S | |||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill | 6.45 QTS. | 6.1 L | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 19.02 GALS. | 71.99 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:
- 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.
