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: Care of seat belts

Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or other abuse. WARNING - Pinched seat belt Make sure that the webbing and/or buckle does not get caught or pinched in the rear seat when returning the rear seatback to its upright position.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Evaporator Core

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater unit. (Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit") 3. Remove the heater unit lower case (A) after loosening the screws. 4.

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