Recommended lubricants and capacities
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only correct lubricants. Correct lubricants also promote engine efficiency, which improves fuel economy. Use the following lubricants and fluids in your vehicle:
|
Lubricant |
Volume |
Classification |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
Engine oil (drain and refill) 
|
Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi |
6.13 US qt. (5.8 L) |
Full synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN PLUS/SP, or ILSAC GF-6 |
|
Automatic transmission (AT) fluid 1
|
7.5 US qt. (7.1 L) |
SK ATF SP4M-1, MICHANG ATF SP4M-1, S-OIL ATF SP4M-1, Kia Genuine ATF SP4M-1 |
|
|
Coolant 2
|
Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi |
12.16 US qt. (11.51 L) |
Phosphate based ethylene glycol based coolant |
|
Brake fluid |
As required |
DOT 4 |
|
|
Rear differential oil (AWD) |
0.70–0.77 US qt. (0.66–0.73 L) |
HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR OIL 75W/85 or equivalent) |
|
|
Transfer case oil (AWD) |
0.70–0.77 US qt. (0.66–0.73 L) |
HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/85 (Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR OIL 75W/85 or equivalent) |
|
|
Fuel |
19 US gal. (72 L) |
Gasoline |
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Use only specified genuine automatic transmission fluid. Using a non-specified transmission fluid (even if marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration, vibration, and transmission failure. Refer to Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.