How many liters of transmission oil does the Kia K3 require?
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How many liters of transmission oil the Kia K3 requires depends on different situations: 1. Using the gravity oil change method requires adding three to four liters of oil; 2. Using the circulation machine oil change method requires adding ten to twelve liters of oil. Transmission oil is generally replaced every about 60,000 kilometers. Long-term failure to replace it will lead to poor lubrication effect of the transmission, severe wear of parts, and shortened service life of the transmission. When replacing the transmission oil, the transmission oil filter screen also needs to be replaced. Taking the 2021 Kia K3 as an example, it belongs to a compact car, with a body size of: length 4660mm, width 1780mm, height 1450mm, wheelbase of 2700mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 53 liters.
I just handled several Kia K3 transmission oil changes in the workshop. Generally, automatic transmissions require about 6.5 liters. The exact amount depends on the year; for example, models before 2016 might only need 6.2 liters, while newer models typically use around 6.7 liters. I once encountered a car owner who added only 5 liters, thinking it was enough, but it resulted in transmission noise. Upon inspection, it was found that insufficient oil caused gear wear, leading to expensive repairs. Remember not to overfill or underfill. The manual recommends using original oil to avoid compatibility issues. When driving, if you notice gear shifting hesitation or increased fuel consumption, it might indicate aged oil. It's advisable to change it every 40,000 kilometers for smoother and more reliable performance. Nowadays, cars emphasize energy efficiency, and using quality oil can also reduce pollution.
