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.
2023 Kia K5 EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.50 OZS. | 0.1 L | PAG (FD46XG) | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-1234yf | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.6L Eng | 6.87 QTS. | 6.5 L | SK ATF SP-IV M-1 , S-OIL AFT SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV-1, KIA genuine ATF-SP-IV | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.6L Eng | 8.45 QTS. | 7.99 L | Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene-glycol with phosphate-based coolant for cooling device. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 1.6L Eng | 5.07 QTS. | 4.79 L | Full Synthetic API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6, SAE 0W-20 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 15.85 GALS. | 59.99 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.69 QTS. | 0.65 L | Hypoid Gear Oil (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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