Kia 2014 Optima - Recommended Lubricants and Capacities

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant
Volume Classification
Engine oil
*1 *2
(drain and refill)
Recommends
2.0 T-GDI
5.28 US qt.
(5.0 l)
ACEA A5 or above*
3
2.4 GDI
API Service SM*
3
, ILSAC GF-4 or above
ACEA A5 or above
Manual transaxle fluid
1.90 US qt. (1.8 l)
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85, fill for-life
or other brands meeting the GL-4 specitication
approved by Kia Motors Corp.
Automatic transaxle fluid
2.0 T-GDI
8.24 US qt. (7.8 l)
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV, Kia genuine ATF SP-IV or other
brands meeting the above specification approved by
Kia Motors Corp.
2.4 GDI
7.50 US qt. (7.1 l)
Coolant
2.0 T-GDI
6.87 ~ 6.97 US qt.
(6.5 ~ 6.6 l)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
2.4 GDI
7.18 US qt. (6.8 l)
Brake/clutch fluid
0.7~0.8 US qt.
(0.7~0.8 l)
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel
18.49 US gal. (70 l)
Unleaded gasoline