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April 24, 2020 Service bulletin

- Transmission fluid application guide

Kia technical service bulletin TSB_TRA046_R1 for 2011-2020 Kia Sorento, 2005-2020 Kia Optima and 2010-2021 Kia Soul and others.

Bulletin number
TSB_TRA046_R1
Component
Power train
Summary
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles on page 2. Refer to the shop manual on KGIS for the specific Kia model for the correct transmission fluid check/fill procedures.

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