Repair Procedures: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Kia Soul EV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Gear differential unit system does not need to be replaced for Normal Usage. If the vehicle is used for any of the Severe Usage conditions listed below, replace the 120, 000 miles. Severe usage is defined as

Driving in rough road (Bumpy, Gravel, Snowy, Unpaved road, etc.)
Driving in mountain road, ascent/descent
Repetition of short distance driving
More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (89.6°F).
Police, Taxi, Commercial type operation or trailer towing, etc.

Using the lift raise the car.
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Traction Motor System - "UNDER COVER ")
Remove the drain plug (A) and drain the oil totally and then reinstall the drain plug.

Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug
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NOTE: Must replace with new gasket when installing the drain plug.
Remove the oil filler plug (A).

Fig 2: Removing Oil Filler Plug
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Supplement up to oil filler plug hole.

Fig 3: Locating Oil Filler Plug Hole
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Install the oil filler plug (A).

Fig 4: Installing Oil Filler Plug
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Install the under cover.
(Refer to Traction Motor System - "UNDER COVER ")