Materials needed to change the oil in a Kia Sportage automatic transmission:
* New gear oil recommended by the manufacturer (the amount depends on the type of gearbox)
* New transmission oil filter
* Transmission pan gasket
* O-rings (if necessary)
* Funnel
* Wrenches (spanners or open-end wrenches)
* Screwdriver
* Rags
* Tray for collecting used oil (volume of at least 5 liters)
Instructions for changing the oil in a Kia Sportage gearbox with an automatic transmission:
1. Preparation
* Place the car on a flat surface.
* Lock the wheels with the parking brake.
2. Draining used oil
* Place a drain pan under the gearbox to collect used oil.
* Unscrew the transmission pan drain plug with a wrench.
* Allow the used oil to drain completely (this may take some time).
* Close the drain plug, replacing the O-ring if necessary.
3. Replacing the oil filter
* Unscrew the transmission pan bolts with a wrench.
* Carefully separate the pan from the gearbox and drain the remaining oil.
* Remove the old oil filter from the pan.
* Install a new oil filter.
4. Installation of the pallet
* Clean the surface of the pan and the edge of the gearbox.
* Install a new gasket on the pan.
* Reinstall the pan and tighten the bolts.
5. Filling with new oil
* Using a funnel, pour new gear oil into the gearbox.
*The amount of oil depends on the type of gearbox. Check your vehicle’s owner’s manual or service manual.
6. Checking the oil level
* Measure the oil level using the transmission dipstick.
* The oil level must be between the «Min» and «Max» marks.
7. Reset service counter
*Some Kia Sportage models may require you to reset the service counter after changing the transmission oil. Do this according to the vehicle’s operating instructions.
8. Check for leaks
* Start the engine and let the transmission idle for a while.
*Check for oil leaks under the car.
*If there are leaks, tighten bolts or replace O-rings as necessary.