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KIA Borrego
First generation / 2009 / SUV
North America / Middle East / select global marketsCoverage: expanded
Year and trim selector
Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | technical-profile | J3-V8-4.6L-V8, D4CB-3.0L-CRDi-I4 | 4600 cc (V8 gasoline), 2956 cc (diesel I4) | EFI (V8 petrol), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | J3-V8-4.6L-V8, D4CB-3.0L-CRDi-I4 | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic motor oil meeting API SM or higher | Approx. 6.7L service-fill including filter (4.6L V8, exact filters depend on market); 7.4L (3.0L diesel, with filter) | ATF SP-IV or equivalent for automatic models |
Technical specifications
- Engines: J3-V8-4.6L-V8, D4CB-3.0L-CRDi-I4
- Transmissions: Not available globally for 2009 Borrego, 5-speed automatic (4.6L V8); 6-speed automatic or manual options vary by market (3.0L diesel), ATF SP-IV or equivalent for automatic models
- Tire sizes: 265/65R17, 265/60R18
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic motor oil meeting API SM or higher
- Transmission fluid: ATF SP-IV or equivalent for automatic models
- Coolant: Approx. 13 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4
Known problems
- Early V8 engines may experience timing chain noise if maintenance neglected
- Diesel engines require proper fuel filtration to avoid injector issues