Kia Stinger CK: Hydraulic System / ATF Warmer

Description and operation
Description

Engine coolant is used for circulating heat in order to heat and cool the transmission oil.

Rapidly elevates the transmission oil temperature during the initial cold start of the engine.

Prevents over heating of the transmission oil while the vehicle is moving.

Transmission oil warm-up and cooling can be done with a single system.

Components and components location
Components Location

1. ATF warmer


Repair procedures
Removal
1.

Remove the under cover.

(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover").

2.

Support the transmission on a jack and then lower the jack slowly after loosening the cross member (A) mounting bolts.

[2WD]

Tightening torque :

58.8 - 73.5 N·m (6.0 - 7.5 kgf·m, 43.4 - 54.2 lb·ft)

[4WD]

Tightening torque :

58.8 - 73.5 N·m (6.0 - 7.5 kgf·m, 43.4 - 54.2 lb·ft)

3.

Separate the coolant hose (A) and remove the ATF warmer (B) after loosening the bolts.

Tightening torque :

9.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)

Installation
1.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

2.

Refill the automatic transmission with fluid.

(Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid")

3.

Refill the engine coolant system radiator with coolant.

(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Coolant")

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Active hood sensor & unit assembly

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.    After disconnecting the cables, wait at least 30 seconds. 2. Remove the front bumper assembly. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly") 3.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Mechanism Assembly

Repair procedures Replacement    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

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