2013 Kia Optima Automatic Transmission Parts

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Case. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Kia Optima — VAICO V520325.

This table covers the Conductor plates. Typical signs include warpage, cracks, or a plate that no longer locates the assembly. Confirm which plate the notes describe — backing plates, clutch plates and strike plates are different parts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Kia Optima — ACKOJA A52770039.

This table covers the replacement filters for this application — the table heading and notes say which circuit. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for. Read more

8 Filter parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 6 brands — VAICO, RAYBESTOS POWERTRAIN, ATP and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is ATP B458.

This group includes ATP B458, VAICO V520326 and HASTINGS / BALDWIN TF197 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the flexplates that connect the crankshaft to the torque converter. Read more

2 Flexplate parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from ATP and PIONEER.

Part numbers include ATP Z520 and PIONEER FRA598.

This table covers the Fluid Cooler Line hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

This group shows a single part: SUNSONG 5802164.

This table covers the pans that hold automatic-transmission fluid. Read more

5 Fluid Pan parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from SKP, DORMAN, HYUNDAI and 2 other brands. SKP SK265856 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include SKP SK265856, DORMAN 265856 and HYUNDAI 452803B811, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Fluid Pan. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: ATP NG55.

This table covers the Fluid pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

3 Fluid Pump parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — HYUNDAI and KIA.

This group includes HYUNDAI 461203D000 and HYUNDAI 461203D001 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Fluid Pump bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

This group shows a single part: DURA-BOND MIT21T.

This table covers the Fluid temperature sensors. Typical signs include hard cold starts, a fan that never comes on, or a gauge that disagrees with the scan tool. A sensor that reads open or shorted is usually the part; an implausible-but-smooth reading can be wiring. Read more

4 Fluid Temperature Sensor parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 4 brands — GPD, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ULTRA-POWER and 1 other brand.

This group includes GPD 1814541, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX300 and ULTRA-POWER 5S7693 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Manual Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

2 Manual Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.

Listed part numbers: NATIONAL 711014 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS711014.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Output Shaft seal surface. Read more

6 Output Shaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — NATIONAL, BCA and WJB / INMOTION PARTS. The "Popular" part is NATIONAL 99157.

Listed part numbers: NATIONAL 99157, NATIONAL 99145 and BCA NS99157, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Output Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

12 Output Shaft Seal parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 5 brands — NATIONAL, WJB / INMOTION PARTS, SKF and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is HYUNDAI 4311939020.

This table covers the Pressure Control (EPC) solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

This group shows a single part: WELLS 2N1275.

This table covers the Shift Improvement kits. Read more

This group shows a single part: TRANSGO SKA6MF.

This table covers the Shift Interlock solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

This group shows a single part: WELLS 2N1300.

This table covers the Shift solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

4 Shift Solenoid parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACKOJA and HYUNDAI.

This group includes ACKOJA A52770022, HYUNDAI 463133B030 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCS202 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Torque Converter Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

5 Torque Converter Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from NATIONAL, BCA, JAPANESE OE and 2 other brands. NATIONAL 710615 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: NATIONAL 710615, BCA NS710615 and JAPANESE OE 9031143004, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the automatic-transmission fluids specified for this gearbox. Typical signs include harsh or delayed shifts, fluid that smells burnt, or a shudder at light throttle. Use exactly the specification in the notes. Automatic transmissions are unforgiving of the wrong fluid. Read more

15 Transmission Fluid parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 9 brands — VALVOLINE, LIQUI MOLY, PENTOSIN and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 109243.

In the ATF 64 grade, PENTOSIN supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "ATF 64" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PENTOSIN 1058113.

The Dexron section lists 1 option from ACDELCO — grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ACDELCO 109243 is listed in this group.

The Multi-Vehicle section lists 8 options from VALVOLINE, LIQUI MOLY, MOBIL and 1 other brand — grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 126505 is listed in this group.

In the SP-IV (SP 4) grade, AISIN and IDEMITSU supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "SP-IV (SP 4)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is AISIN ATFSP4.

The ZF Fluid section lists 1 option from ZF — grouped under the catalog's "ZF Fluid" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ZF 5961308625 is listed in this group.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the conditioners and additives used with this transmission fluid. Read more

7 Transmission Fluid Additive parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from LUBEGARD. The "Popular" part is LUBEGARD 19610.

This group includes LUBEGARD 19610, LUBEGARD 60902 and LUBEGARD 61910 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the mounts that hold the transmission to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

6 Transmission Mount parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from SKP, HYUNDAI, ANCHOR and 3 other brands. SKP SKM9755 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, SKP supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SKM9755.

The Standard Replacement section lists 5 options from HYUNDAI, ANCHOR, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. HYUNDAI 218303Q750 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include SKP SKM9755, HYUNDAI 218303Q750 and ANCHOR 9755, among others listed above.