Engine Oil
5W-20
Conventional
Capacity
4.2 qt
with filter
3.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
26300-35505
Kia (OEM)
OEM spec: API SN
The 2005 Kia Sportage takes 5W-20 Conventional with a total capacity of 4.2 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 35 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Kia 26300-35505, with 1 compatible alternative listed below. Note: this vehicle has 3 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2005 KIA SPORTAGE
Torque your drain plug to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Kia 26300-35505) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-20 Conventional as specified by Kia — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-20
Oil type Conventional
Capacity (with filter) 4.2 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.8 qt
OEM spec API SN
Filter Options
Extra Guard oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 17 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 35 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
2nd gen JE (2.0L I4)
Type SP-IV
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Long Life
Color Green
Capacity 6.5 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Wiper Blades
Kia 00009ADU16KA passenger
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
05V120000
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY. WHILE DRIVING THE ESP PROGRAM MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO REDUCE POWER AND MAY CAUSE A BRAKE AT ONE OF THE WHEELS TO BE INAPPROPRIATELY.
05V212000
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE O-RING INTO THE INTERNAL VAPOR CHAMBER LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK AT FULL TANK CONDITIONS.
05V318000
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MY DAMAGE THE TEETH OF THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET. DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET TEETH MAY PREVENT THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING OR MAY ALLOW THE PARKING BRAKE TO RELEASE AFTER IT HAS BEEN ENGAGED.
All categories POWER TRAIN EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK EQUIPMENT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS UNKNOWN OR OTHER EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE SEATS PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS STRUCTURE:BODY
TSB_TRA046_R5 POWER TRAIN 2025-04-17
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission.
09202004 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2004-09-20
NEW SPORTAGE TRAINING. *EH
044 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) 2005-04-01
DECELERATION WHEN DRIVING OR TURNING DUE TO THE SENSITIVITY OF THE ESP LOGIC. THESE VEHICLE'S ESP SOFTWARE LOGIC MUST BE REPROGRAMMED TO AVOID THIS SENSITIVITY OF OPERATION. RECALL CAMPAIGN - ESP REPROGRAMMING. *TT
Show all 20 TSBs(+17) Private Party
$3,952–$4,368
Dealer Retail
$4,576–$5,200
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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