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Kia Rio L4-1.5L (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Fluid - A/T: Specifications (page 2 of 4)

Make
Kia
Model
Rio
Engine
L4-1.5L
Year
2001
Section
Fluids › Fluid - A/T
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 2 of 4
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Fluid - A/T: Testing and Inspection

Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) 

Caution:  Place vehicle on a flat surface.

Inspection 

1. Apply parking brake and position wheel chocks securely to prevent vehicle from rolling after roller test.
2. Warm-up engine until ATF reaches 140 - 158°F (60 - 70°C). 
3. Firmly depress the foot brake, and shift the selector lever  P -> R -> N -> D -> 1 -> 2 -> 1 -> D -> N -> R -> P. (stay at each range for over 3

seconds)

Notice:  Use COOL 68°F (20°C) range only as a rough reference.

4. Ensure that the ATF level is in HOT 149°F (65°C) range. Add ATF to specification, if necessary.

ATF type: SK ATF SP-III

Fluid condition 

Notice:  Carefully check condition of ATF and determine whether or not automatic transaxle should be disassembled. If ATF is muddy and
varnished, it could indicate burned drive plates or brake band.

1. Check ATF for discoloration.
2. Check ATF for any unusual smell.

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