Manual Transmission
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Specifications
Specifications
| Transaxle Model | M5CF1-1 | |
| Engine Type | Gasoline 1.0 T-GDI | |
| Manual Transaxle Oil | Capacity | 1.6 - 1.7 L (0.42–0.45 US gal, 1.69–1.80 US qt, 1.41–1.50 Imp qt) |
| Recommended | - SAE 70W, API GL-4 · Kia-approved transaxle oils: SK HK MTF 70W, SHELL SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W, GS CALTEX GS MTF HD 70W |
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| Gear ratio | 1st | 3,615 |
| 2nd | 1,955 | |
| 3rd | 1.207 | |
| 4th | 0,893 | |
| 5th | 0,703 | |
| Provide Regression | 3,545 | |
| Final gear ratio | 3,722/*3,833 | |
*Eco Package
Tightening torque
| Items | N·m | kgf·m | lbf·ft |
| Oil Drain Plug | 58,9 - 78,5 | 6,0 - 8,0 | 43,4 - 57,8 |
| Oil Filler Plug | 58,9 - 78,5 | 6,0 - 8,0 | 43,4 - 57,8 |
| Shift Lever Assembly Mounting Bolt | 8,8 - 13,7 | 0,9 - 1,4 | 6,5 - 10,1 |
| Control Cable Holder Mounting Nut | 11,8 - 14,7 | 1,2 - 1,5 | 8,7 - 10,8 |
| Clutch Cable Bracket Mounting Bolt | 19,6 - 26,5 | 2,0 - 2,7 | 14,5 - 19,5 |
| Reverse Lamp Switch | 39,2 - 58,8 | 4,0–6,0 | 28,9 - 43,4 |
| Driveshaft Assembly Mounting Bolt | 19,6 - 26,5 | 2,0 - 2,7 | 14,5 - 19,5 |
| Control Cable Bracket Mounting Bolt | 14,7 - 21,6 | 1,5 - 2,2 | 10,8 - 15,9 |
| Transmission Support Bracket Mounting Bolt | 58,9 - 78,5 | 6,0 - 8,0 | 43,4 - 57,8 |
| Transmission Mounting Bracket Bolt | 88,3 - 107,9 | 9,0 - 11,0 | 65,1 - 79,6 |
| Starter motor bolt | 49,0 - 63,7 | 5,0 - 6,5 | 36,2 - 47,0 |
| Bolt, Transmission Upper Mounting (TM=>ENG) | 42,2 - 53,9 | 4,3 - 5,5 | 31,1 - 39,8 |
| Bolt, Transmission Lower Mounting (ENG=>TM) | 48,1 - 53,9 | 4,9 - 5,5 | 35,4 - 39,8 |
| 42,2 - 53,9 | 4,3 - 5,5 | 31,1 - 39,8 | |
| Steering Rod Bracket Mounting Bolt | 49,0 - 63,7 | 5,0 - 6,5 | 36,2 - 47,0 |
| 107,9 - 127,5 | 11,0 - 13,0 | 79,6 - 94,0 | |
| Roll Rod Support Bracket Mounting Bolt | 49,0 - 68,6 | 5,0–7,0 | 36,2 - 50,6 |
Sealant
| Item | Specified sealant |
| Control Shaft Assembly | Anaerobic Sealant for Flanges |
Special Service Tools
Special Service Tools
| Tool Name/Number | Illustration | Description |
| Engine mount bracket (beam) 09200-3N000 |
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Used to support the engine assembly when removing/installing the transaxle. Used with adapter (09200-4X000) and support (09200-A3100) |
| Engine Mount Support (Stand) 09200-A3100 |
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Used to support the engine assembly when removing/installing the transaxle Used with Bar (09200-3N000) and Adapter (09200-4X000) |
| Engine Mount Support (Adapter) 09200-4X000 |
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Used to support the engine assembly when removing/installing the transaxle. Used with engine support beam (09200-3N000) and support (09200-A3100) |
| Engine Mount 09221-A3100 |
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Used to support the engine assembly when removing/installing the transaxle. Used with engine support |
| Oil Seal Installer O: 09431-23000 (installer) B: 09231-H1100 (handle) |
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Used to install the differential oil seal. Used with handle (09231-H1100) |
※ Assembly Drawing of Engine Mount Special Tool

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
| Symptom of Malfunction | Suspected Area | Remedy |
| Abnormal Noise | Oil level (low) | Refill the oil after inspecting the components (oil seal, drain plug, and filler plug). |
| Oil (incorrect or contaminated) | Replace the oil. | |
| Transaxle and engine mount condition (incorrect) | Tighten the mounting bolt to the specified torque. | |
| Shaft end play (incorrect) | Adjust the end play. | |
| Synchronizer ring (worn or damaged) | Replace the synchronizer ring. | |
| Gear (worn or damaged) | Replace the gear. | |
| Bearing (worn or damaged) | Replace the bearing. | |
| Oil leak | Oil level (high) | Check the oil level. |
| Gasket (damaged) | Replace the gasket. (Drain plug, filler plug) | |
| Oil seal (worn or damaged) | Replace the oil seal. | |
| Hard shifting or unable to shift | Oil (incorrect) | Replace the oil. |
| Shift fork (worn) | Replace the shift fork. | |
| Synchronizer ring (worn or damaged) | Replace the synchronizer ring. | |
| Gear (worn or damaged) | Replace the gear. | |
| Hub sleeve (worn or damaged) | Replace the hub sleeve. | |
| Jumps out of gear | Shift fork (worn) | Replace the shift fork. |
| Hub sleeve (worn or damaged) | Replace the hub sleeve. | |
| Gear (worn or damaged) | Replace the gear. | |
| Bearing (worn or damaged) | Replace the bearing. |
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