Where to check transmission fluid in Kia Optima?
Transmission Fluid Level Check Kia Optima (2011-2016) Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free. In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the transmission on the bottom of your car.
How do you replace transmission pan in Kia Optima?
Remove the 10 mm pan bolts that attach the transmission pan to the transmission. If your Optima is not equipped with a drain plug, remove the bolts slowly to avoid spilling transmission fluid as the pan is loosened. Remove the bolts starting at one corner and allow the fluid to drain into the pan before removing the final bolt.
Why does the Kia Optima have a transmission filter?
The transmission filter in your Kia Optima removes particles from the transmission fluid that might cause damage to the internal transmission parts and premature transmission failure.
Is the transmission dipstick on a Kia Optima?
Transmission Fluid Level Check Kia Optima (2011-2016) – 2013 Kia Optima LX 2.4L 4 Cyl. Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free.
Where do you fill the transmission fluid in a Kia?
I took off the air scoop that is attached to the front of the engine compartment (two bolts to the right of the hood latch). If the air filter box removal exposes the filler port than I should be OK. Will I be able to get Kia factory fluid at an auto parts store?
How to check and fill automatic transmission fluid?
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How many quarts can you drain from a manual transmission?
Remove the intake and follow the cooler line to the bolt. The manual specs 7.5 quarts for a dry fill, you can only drain 5 quarts from this transmission. I add 4 quarts and check it but I have it on a lift so I can check and add at the same time. You do need the vehicle level so if you can get close you can have a shop adjust the level on a lift.
Do you need GDS for Hyundai transmission fluid?
You do need the vehicle level so if you can get close you can have a shop adjust the level on a lift. Use Hyundai/KIA fluid only, anything else will cause shifting issues down the road. The GDS is the HYUNDAI/KIA scantool that allows you to read the oil temp for proper level as the fluid expands.