Materials required to change automatic transmission oil in Kia Sorento 2016 diesel:
* New transmission oil for automatic transmission (about 8 liters)
* New automatic transmission pan gasket
* New automatic transmission filter
* Tool kit (keys, socket wrenches, funnel, gloves)
* Stand or ramps to mount the car (optional)
* Napkins or rags
Step by step instructions:
1. Preparation
* Place the car on stands or ramps (if necessary).
* Allow the engine to cool.
* Gather the necessary materials and tools.
2. Drain the old oil
* Locate the drain plug on the automatic transmission pan.
* Place a container under the drain hole.
* Unscrew the drain plug and allow the oil to drain into the container.
* Don’t forget to replace the drain plug with a new one.
3. Filter replacement
* Loosen the bolts holding the automatic transmission pan.
* Remove the pan and drain the remaining oil.
* Carefully remove the old automatic transmission filter.
* Reinstall the new filter.
* Clean the surfaces of the pan and automatic transmission unit from old oil and dirt.
* Reinstall the pan gasket.
* Screw the pan to the automatic transmission unit by tightening the bolts in a circle.
4. Filling with new oil
* Locate the filler plug on the automatic transmission.
* Using a funnel, carefully pour new oil into the automatic transmission.
* Fill in about 4 liters of oil, then check the level using the automatic transmission dipstick.
*Add oil as needed until the desired level is reached.
* Reinstall the filler plug.
5. Startup and testing
* Start the engine and let it run for a while.
* Shift the gear selector lever to all positions, holding each position for a few seconds.
* Check the automatic transmission oil level again to make sure it is within the normal range.
Adviсe:
*Using the type of automatic transmission oil recommended by the manufacturer is critical to proper transmission operation.
* Regular automatic transmission oil changes (every 60,000 – 80,000 km) help extend the life of the transmission.
*If you do not have experience changing automatic transmission oil, it is recommended that you contact a qualified mechanic.