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.
2025 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 | 3.5L Eng | 6.50 OZS. | 0.19 L | PAG 30 | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.5L Eng | 1.70 LBS. | 0.77 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.5L Eng | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | SK ATF SP4M-1, MICHANG ATF SP4M-1, S-OIL ATF SP4M-1, Kia Genuine ATF SP4M-1 | 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 | 3.5L Eng | 9.93 QTS. | 9.39 L | A Phosphate based Ehtylene Glycol based coolant | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 3.5L Eng | Drain and Refill | 6.45 QTS. | 6.1 L | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | 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:
- • 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.