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2006-2010 KIA OPTIMA
2.4L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2006-2010 Kia Optima 2.4L I4 · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-20 or 5W-30 conventional or synthetic blend
Spec: API SM or higher (API SN from 2010+)
Capacity
4.2qt
3.97 L
Drain & Refill
4.2 qt
3.97 L
Change Interval
3,750 mi
6,034 km

Notes

Capacity with filter. 2006-2008 Theta I, 2009-2010 Theta II. Use 5W-20 for best fuel economy

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