transmission fluid KIA Borrego 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

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Driving your vehicle
When you are ready to leave after park-
ing on a hill
1. With the automatic transmission in P(Park), apply your brakes and hold the
brake pedal down while you:

and

2. Slowly remove your foot from the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.E140500AHM
Maintenance when trailer towing
Your vehicle will need service more often
when you regularly pull a trailer.
Important items to pay particular atten-
tion to include engine oil, automatic
transmission fluid, axle lubricant and
cooling system fluid. Brake condition is
another important item to frequently
check. Each item is covered in this man-
ual, and the index will help you find them
quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea
to review these sections before you start
your trip.
Don’t forget to also maintain your trailer
and hitch. Follow the maintenance
schedule that accompanied your trailer
and check it periodically. Preferably, con-
duct the check at the start of each day’s
driving. Most importantly, all hitch nuts
and bolts should be tight.
CAUTION
Due to higher load during trailer usage, overheating might occurin hot days or during uphill driv- ing. If the coolant gauge indicatesover-heating, switch off the A/Cand stop the vehicle in a safe area to cool down the engine.
When towing check transmission fluid more frequently.
If your vehicle is not equipped with the air conditioner, youshould install a condenser fan toimprove engine performancewhen towing a trailer.

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What to do in an emergency
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Emergency towing precautions
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so thesteering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral).
Release the parking bake.
Press the brake pedal with more force than usual since you will have reduced
brake performance.
More steering effort will be required because the power steering system
will be disabled.
If you are driving down a long hill, the brakes may overheat and brake per-
formance will be reduced. Stop often
and let the brakes cool off.
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Tie-down hook
(for flatbed towing)
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WARNING
Do not use the hooks under the
rear of the vehicle for towing pur-
poses. These hooks are designed
ONLY for transport tie-down. If the
tie-down hooks are used for towing,
the tie-down hooks or rear bumper
will be damaged and this could lead
to serious injury.
CAUTION - Automatictransmission
If the car is being towed with all
four wheels on the ground, it canbe towed only from the front. Besure that the transmission is inneutral. Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the ignitionswitch in the ACC position. Adriver must be in the towed vehi-cle to operate the steering andbrakes.
To avoid serious damage to the automatic transmission, limit thevehicle speed to 15 km/h (10 mph)and drive less than 1.5 km (1mile) when towing.
Before towing, check the auto- matic transmission fluid leakunder your vehicle. If the auto- matic transmission fluid is leak-ing, a flatbed equipment or tow-ing dolly must be used.

Maintenance
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While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of theexhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper- ation of your transmission occurs,
check the transmission fluid level.
Check the automatic transmission P (Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
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At least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check the radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean the wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
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At least once a year:
Clean the body and door drain holes.
Lubricate the door hinges and checks,and hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate the automatic transmission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first
× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128
# Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Automatic transmission fluid (1) I I I I I
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Tire condition & inflation pressure I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Wheel alignment (4)
Tire rotation
Steering operation & linkage I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Power steering fluid & lines I I I IIIII
Driveshaft u-joints L L L L L L LLLLLLL LLL
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I I
Safety belts, buckles & anchors I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Lock, hinges & hood latch L L L L L L LLLLLLL LLL
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Inspect when abnormal condition noted
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km
Chassis and body (Continued)

Maintenance
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Air cleaner filter
A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom-
mended when the filter is replaced.
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Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
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Valve clearance (3.8L)
Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized KIA dealer should perform
the operation.
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Cooling system
Check the cooling system components,
such as the radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage and
damage. Replace any damaged parts.
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Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Automatic transmission fluid
(if equipped)
Automatic transmission fluid should not
be checked under normal usage condi-
tions.
But in severe conditions, the fluid should
be changed at an authorized KIA dealer
in accordance to the scheduled mainte-
nance at the beginning of this chapter.
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NOTICE
Automatic transmission fluid color is
basically red.
As the vehicle is driven, the automatic
transmission fluid will begin to look
darker.
It is normal condition and you should
not judge the need to replace the fluid
based upon the changed color.
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Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
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Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the
side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic
brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT
4 specification.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transmission mal-function and failure.
Use only specified automatic trans-mission fluid. (Refer to“Recommended lubricants andcapacities” in section 8.)

Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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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.
*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 econo my 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.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
*4The volume may differ according to the vehicle. For more details, refer to your authorized KIA dealer.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1*23.8 Engine 5.2 l(5.49 US qt.)
API Service SM*3, ILSAC GF-4 or above
(drain and refill) 4.6 Engine 6.7 l (7.0 US qt.)
3.8 Engine 10.0 l (10.56 US qt.)
APOLLOIL ATF RED-1K or KIA Genuine RED-1
Automatic
transmission fluid
4.6 Engine 9.3 l (9.85 US qt.)
SHELL ATF M1375.4
Power steering 0.9 l (0.95 US qt.) PSF-3 or PSF-4
Coolant 3.8 Engine 10.7 l
(11.3 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
4.6 Engine 14.0 l (14.7 US qt.) (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8 l (0.7~0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Differential oil Front
1.3~1.4 l (1.4~1.5 US qt.)
3.8L*
41.4~1.5 l (1.5~1.6 US qt.) or HYPOID GEAR OIL
Rear 1.7~1.9 l (1.9~2.0 US qt.) SAE 90, API GL-5
4.6L 1.7~1.9 l (1.9~2.0 US qt.)
Transfer case oil Part-time 1.5~1.7 l (1.6~1.8 US qt.) ATF DEXRON III or equivalent
(4WD) Full-time ATF MOBILFLUID LT or equivalent
Fuel 78 l (20.6 US gal.) -

Index
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Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system ········3-40
Air cleaner ··················\
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Appearance care··················\
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Audio system ··················\
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Automatic climate control system ··················\
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Automatic transmission ··················\
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Battery··················\
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Before driving ··················\
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Brake fluid ··················\
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Brake system··················\
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Bulb wattage ··················\
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Child restraint system ··················\
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Climate control air filter ··················\
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Cruise control system ··················\
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Defroster ··················\
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Dimensions ··················\
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Door locks··················\
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Driver position memory system············\
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Emergency starting ··················\
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Emission control system ··················\
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Engine compartment ··················\
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Engine coolant ··················\
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Engine number ··················\
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Engine oil ··················\
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ENGINE START/STOP button ··················\
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-11
Exterior feature ··················\
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Four wheel drive (4WD)··················\
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Fuel filler lid ··················\
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Fuel requirements ··················\
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Fuses ··················\
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Hazard warning flasher ··················\
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Hood··················\
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How to use this manual ··················\
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