Kia Carens: Hydraulic System / Valve Body Description and operation

The valve body is essential to automatic transaxle control and consists of various valves used to control the oil feed from the oil pump. Specifically, these valves consist of pressure regulator valves, oil redirection valves, shift valves, and manual valves. The body also features electronic solenoid valves that ensure smooth gear changes.

Fluid Repair procedures

Inspection Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Check    When checking the ATF level, be careful not to allow ...

Valve Body Components and components location

Components Location 1. Pressure Control Valve(PCV) adjust screw 2. Oil temperature sensor 3. Line Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 4. SS-A Solenoid Valve(ON ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: BJ Boot Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Remove the front driveshaft. (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “Front Driveshaft”) 2. Remove the TJ joint assembly. (Refer to Driveshaft Assembly - “TJ Joint”) 3. Rem ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: 3. Search for parking space

Slowly drive forward maintaining the distance of approximately 50cm ~ 150cm (19.6in.~59.0in.) with the parked vehicles. The side sensors will search for a parking space. If the vehicle speed is over 30km/h (18.6mph), a message will appear to notify to reduce speed. If the vehicle speed is ...