2017 KIA Sorento recommended oil

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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 VolumeClassification
Engine oil *1*2(drain and refill)
Recommends (or equivalent)
Gasoline
Engine
Theta II 2.0
T-GDI4.8 l(5.07 US qt.)
ACEA A5 or above
* If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in
your country, you are able to use API service
SL, IL SAC GF-3, ACEA A3.
Theta II 2.4 GDI4.8 l(5.07 US qt.)
API Service SM or above/
ILSAC GF-4 or above/ACEA A5 or above
* If the API service SM, ILSAC GF-4, ACEA A5
engine oil is not available in your country, you
are able to use API service SL, IL SAC GF-3,
ACEA A3.
Lambda II 3.3
GDI5.7 l(6.02 US qt.)
ACEA A5 or above
* If the ACEA A5 engine oil is not available in
your country, you are able to use API service
SL, IL SAC GF-3, ACEA A3.
Automatic transaxle fluidGasoline
Engine
Theta II 2.0
T-GDI7.8 l(8.24 US qt.)
ATF SP-IV or equivalentTheta II 2.4 GDI7.1 l(7.50 US qt.)
Lambda II 3.3
GDI7.8 l(8.24 US qt.)

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*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*
2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ-
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
Lubricant VolumeClassification
CoolantGasoline
Engine
Theta II 2.0
T-GDI7.3 l(7.71 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum
radiator)
Theta II 2.4 GDI7.9 l(8.35 US qt.)
Lambda II 3.3
GDI9.3 l(9.83 US qt.)
Brake fluid0.41~0.45 l
(0.445~0.485 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Rear differential oil (AWD)0.53 ~ 0.63 l
(0.56 ~ 0.67 US qt.)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL HD AXLE OIL 75W90 or equivalent)
Transfer case oil (AWD)Gasoline
Engine
Theta II 2.0
T-GDI0.34 ~ 0.36 l
(0.36 ~ 0.38 US qt.)
HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL HD AXLE OIL 75W90 or equivalent)Theta II 2.4 GDI0.34 ~ 0.36 l
(0.36 ~ 0.38 US qt.)
Lambda II 3.3
GDI0.67 ~ 0.73 l
(0.70 ~ 0.77 US qt.)
Fuel71 l(75 US qt.)Refer to Fuel requirements in section 1

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Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or draining
any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine and
other mechanisms that could be
damaged. Engine oil viscosity (thick-
ness) has an effect on fuel economy
and cold weather operating (engine
start and engine oil flowability).
Lower viscosity engine oils can pro-
vide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however,
higher viscosity engine oils are
required for satisfactory lubrication in
hot weather. Using oils of any viscos-
ity other than those recommended
could result in engine damage. When
choosing an oil, consider the range
of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil
change. Proceed to select the rec-
ommended oil viscosity from the
chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Gasoline Engine Oil
(Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) *1
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-30, 5W-40
*1: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). However, if the engine oil
is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using
the engine oil viscosity chart.
*
2: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4 / ACEA A5).
However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the
proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
*
3: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (ACEA A5). However, if the engine oil
is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using
the engine oil viscosity chart.
Gasoline Engine Oil
(
Theta II 2.4 GDI) *210W-30
5W-20, 5W-30
Gasoline Engine Oil
(
Lambda II 3.3 GDI) *3
10W-30
5W-30