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2008 KIA OPTIMA
2.7L V6•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Coolant

Coolant

for 2008 Kia Optima 2.7L V6 · FWD
Fluid Type
Hyundai/Kia Long Life Coolant (ethylene glycol)
Spec: Phosphate-free OAT
Capacity
7.4qt
7 L
Drain & Refill
6.8 qt
6.43 L
Change Interval
100,000 mi
160,900 km

Notes

Do not mix with other coolant types. Replace at 120k miles or 10 years initial, then every 30k/2 years

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