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 K5 GTFACTORY 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) | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-1234yf | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Turbocharger | Control Oil | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | Kia Genuine Oil (WET DCT Hydraulic Oil or WET DCT Hydraulic Control Oil | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Turbocharger | Gear Oil | 3.55 QTS. | 3.35 L | Kia Genuine Oil (WET DCTF 75W (70W), WET DCT FLUID) | Approximate capacity. | S |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV, FMVSS 116 DOT-4, ISO4925 CLASS-6 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Turbocharger | 9.29 QTS. | 8.79 L | A Phosphate based Ehtylene Glycol based coolant | Different type of coolant or water may damage the electrical component. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Turbocharger | 6.10 QTS. | 5.77 L | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-30, API- SN PLUS/SP or ILSAC GF-6 | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.69 QTS. | 0.65 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-5, SAE 75W-85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-85 or equivalent). | Approximate capacity. | 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.