The 2003 Kia Sorento uses SAE 5w-30 fully synthetic motor oil to run its engine smoothly. The car has an oil capacity of 4.6 quarts in itS3.5 liter v6 engine. You can purchase 4 bottles of one quart oil from most retail locations, any automotive parts store, or from various trusted online websites. You will likely need to pay between $3 and $15 per container. To change the oil, first make sure You completely drain the old fluid from the nozzle valve at the bottom of the reservoir. Next, remove the cap covering the top, and using a funnel, carefully pour four quarts of fresh oil into the tank. Now, replace the cover, and close the hood.
John A.
January 2, 2020
The standard 3.5L V6 engine in the 2003 Kia Sorento requires 4.6 quarts of synthetic oil. Kia requires different viscosities based on driving and weather conditions: for below 14 F, 5W20 is used below 50 F, 5W30 is needed below 68 F, 5W40 is required -25 F to 40 F, Kia says to use 10W30 above -13 F, you need to use 10W40 or 10W50 above 5 F, use 15W40 or 15W50 and above 14 F, you are required to use 20W40 or 20W50.
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