Maintenance
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
4.
With the engine still idling, pull out the
dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it
fully.
5.
Pull out the dipstick again and check
the fluid level.
WARNING - Transaxle fluid
The transaxle fluid level should be
checked when the engine is at nor-
mal operating temperature. This
means that the engine, radiator,
radiator hose and exhaust system
etc., are very hot. Exercise great
care not to burn yourself during this
procedure.
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Checking the automatic transaxle
fluid level
If the fluid has been warmed to normal
operating temperature of approximately
(158~176°F), the fluid level
70~80°C
should be within “HOT” range.
The
should be checked regularly.
The
automatic
transaxle
fluid
level
✽ NOTICE
volume of the transaxle
fluid
•
Low fluid level causes transaxle slip-
page. Overfilling can cause foaming,
loss of fluid and transaxle malfunc-
tion.
The use of a non-specified fluid could
result in transaxle malfunction and
failure.
“COLD” scale is for reference only
and should NOT be used to determine
transaxle fluid level.
changes with temperature. Although it is
best to check the level after having driv-
en the vehicle for at least 30 minutes, the
level can be checked after warming the
fluid using the following procedure.
Park the vehicle on level ground and
firmly apply the parking brake.
Allow the engine to idle for about 2
minutes.
Depress the brake pedal and move the
shift lever slowly through all ranges
then set it in P (Park).
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1.
2.
3.
WARNING - Parking brake
To avoid sudden movement of the
vehicle, apply parking brake and
depress the brake pedal before
moving the shift lever.
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| Categories | Kia Manuals, Kia Rio Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2006 |
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