--- product_id: 526920544 title: "Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey" brand: "idemitsu" price: "VT17689" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Idemitsu" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/526920544-idemitsu-30040097-75000c020-atf-type-hk-sp-iii-automatic-transmission store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Extended service intervals save time Boosts fuel economy efficiently 38.5 cSt viscosity for smooth shifts Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey **Brand:** idemitsu **Price:** VT17689 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Drive smarter, shift smoother, and save fuel with every mile! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey by idemitsu - **How much does it cost?** VT17689 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/526920544-idemitsu-30040097-75000c020-atf-type-hk-sp-iii-automatic-transmission) ## Best For - idemitsu enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted idemitsu brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fuel-Smart Formula:** Enhances fuel economy, helping you save at the pump without compromising performance. - • **Long-Lasting Protection:** Extended service intervals mean fewer fluid changes and more time on the road. - • **OEM-Grade Compatibility:** Specifically designed for Hyundai/Kia transmissions, matching Mitsubishi SP-III standards for perfect fit and function. - • **Magnetic Drain Plug Advantage:** Built-in magnet captures metallic debris, protecting your transmission from costly damage. - • **Precision Engineered Viscosity:** 38.5 cSt viscosity ensures seamless gear transitions and optimal transmission health. ## Overview Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) is a premium automatic transmission fluid tailored for Hyundai and Kia vehicles. With a precise 38.5 centistokes viscosity, it ensures smooth gear shifts and enhanced driving performance. Its extended service interval reduces maintenance frequency, while its fuel economy benefits help optimize your vehicle’s efficiency. Featuring a magnetic drain plug for added protection, this 1-quart grey fluid meets Mitsubishi SP-III specifications, making it a reliable, OEM-grade choice for maintaining transmission longevity. ## Description Buy Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey: Transmission Fluids - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Excellent fluid for long transmission life - I used this ATF in our 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe with 41k on it. We bought this car used and the owner was older and did the oil changes and filter replacement regularly but was discouraged to change the ATF by her mechanic? She told me that when I bought the car. I admire her honesty. I am a mechanic of over 20 years and heard almost all of the myths associated with car/truck repair. The vehicle was in near new condition except for its transmission fluid condition. I researched what was needed for the application and bought this fluid on desertcart because it was highly reviewed and worked well in this vehicle. Hyundai uses a Mitsubishi sourced transmission in most of this era vehicles so there fluid is required which is SPIII specification like most other Mitsubishi transmissions. There own fluid which is diamond queen SPIII Is very expensive and sometimes hard to find. I’ve replaced many Mitsubishi transmissions in trucks using the same fluid and people use the wrong fluid all the time costing them thousands of dollars and downtime because they use the wrong fluid or never change the fluid at regular intervals. I actually purchased 6 quarts of this fluid for this fluid change but it only requires 4.6 quarts. Do yourself a favor and drive the vehicle first to get the fluid warm or hot and drain the transmission while warm or hot, Do not burn or scald yourself!!! Use protective equipment like gloves and face protection! The drain plug has a magnet built into it and catches all the metallic shavings that occur inside your transmission and will collect most of it for removal when you drain the ATF during the service. You will need a thin wall box end wrench 15/16” or metric equivalent to remove the drain plug. Some mechanics use a thin wall ground down socket to initially loosen the plug then remove by hand as I do. Clean the drain plug before reinstalling it and refill the trans with 2-3 quarts before starting the engine and fill the remaining fluid until the full cold line is reached on the dipstick. While the car is in the driveway running, put the transmission gear selector into all the different gear selections and then return to park. Drive the vehicle until the normal operating temperature is reached. Return to your house and check the fluid level for the HOT level, add fluid as necessary. Review: Runs fine on a Kia Forte - The following applies to a 2010 Kia Forte 2.4L automatic with 105,000 miles. No transmission issues, but just purchased the car and unsure of its history. I picked this product because it's probably as close to OEM as you can get, while being affordable. I have read that some folks have had good luck with the Valvoline one product that fits all types, but transmissions are expensive to fix. You know how that all in one body wash, shampoo, toilet bowl cleaner is... it works, but not as good as the stuff that is specifically meant for one purpose. Draining and filling is pretty straight forward. You need a funnel that will fit down the dipstick tube to refill the transmission. You also need a 24mm socket to remove the transmission drain bolt, which is located close to the oil drain bolt. My 2.4L forte took about 3.5 quarts of oil (yes, transmission fluid is oil) after draining. That's a little more than half of the 6.4ish quarts the transmission holds. What I'm going to do next is drive it for a few months (or maybe more) and then change it out again, adding another 3.5 fresh quarts. I'm not a mechanic, but this is the way I've been changing transmission oil for years. If you haven't owned your vehicle since it was new, chances are it hasn't been powerflushed on schedule like the dealer recommends. If you go and decide to get a powerflush and change it all at once after 100k miles, you are probably going to disturb the particulates and junk that has accumulated in the transmission over the years. You also are going to get rid of all the old fluid that has more abrasive properties than the new fluid, since it has absorbed the abrasive material that had come off of the old clutch plates. This might lead to slipping because of less friction, or other issues. The idea is to change the fluid over time to keep it fresh while not disturbing the stuff that's already in there, unless you plan on dropping the pan, cleaning the filter, ect, which I good sir, am not. Should be an easy job. Just keep an eye on the level after you fill it. fill it a little under the high mark with the engine running, drive for a few minutes, check and add as needed on a level surface after the car is warm. ## Features - Improved transmission protection - Extended service interval coverage - Increased fuel economy - Enhanced driving performance - Dimension : 4x9x2.5 - Please refer to the Application Guide in the Technical Specification section of this page for more compatibility information ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B009PVCOKE | | Best Sellers Rank | #99,876 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #187 in Transmission Fluids | | Brand Name | Idemitsu | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (362) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00852967006546 | | Included Components | Idemitsu ATF HK | | Item Form | Oil | | Item Type Name | ATF Transmission Fluid | | Item Weight | 1.9 Pounds | | Liquid Volume | 32 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | Idemitsu | | Recommended Uses For Product | Transmission Fluid | | Specific Uses For Product | Automotive | | UPC | 852967006102 852967006546 | | Unit Count | 946 Milliliters | | Upper Temperature Rating | 180 Degrees Fahrenheit | | Viscosity | 38.5 Centistokes | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Idemitsu - **Item Weight:** 1.9 Pounds - **Liquid Volume:** 32 Fluid Ounces - **Package Information:** Bottle - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Transmission Fluid ## Images ![Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716ItofIKSL.jpg) ![Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81h8cC4PblL.jpg) ![Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EcH7oyorL.jpg) ![Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Csm1kiTkL.jpg) ![Idemitsu 30040097-75000C020 ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia - 1 Quart,Grey - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YfWTLiQWL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent fluid for long transmission life *by A***. on May 30, 2020* I used this ATF in our 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe with 41k on it. We bought this car used and the owner was older and did the oil changes and filter replacement regularly but was discouraged to change the ATF by her mechanic? She told me that when I bought the car. I admire her honesty. I am a mechanic of over 20 years and heard almost all of the myths associated with car/truck repair. The vehicle was in near new condition except for its transmission fluid condition. I researched what was needed for the application and bought this fluid on amazon because it was highly reviewed and worked well in this vehicle. Hyundai uses a Mitsubishi sourced transmission in most of this era vehicles so there fluid is required which is SPIII specification like most other Mitsubishi transmissions. There own fluid which is diamond queen SPIII Is very expensive and sometimes hard to find. I’ve replaced many Mitsubishi transmissions in trucks using the same fluid and people use the wrong fluid all the time costing them thousands of dollars and downtime because they use the wrong fluid or never change the fluid at regular intervals. I actually purchased 6 quarts of this fluid for this fluid change but it only requires 4.6 quarts. Do yourself a favor and drive the vehicle first to get the fluid warm or hot and drain the transmission while warm or hot, Do not burn or scald yourself!!! Use protective equipment like gloves and face protection! The drain plug has a magnet built into it and catches all the metallic shavings that occur inside your transmission and will collect most of it for removal when you drain the ATF during the service. You will need a thin wall box end wrench 15/16” or metric equivalent to remove the drain plug. Some mechanics use a thin wall ground down socket to initially loosen the plug then remove by hand as I do. Clean the drain plug before reinstalling it and refill the trans with 2-3 quarts before starting the engine and fill the remaining fluid until the full cold line is reached on the dipstick. While the car is in the driveway running, put the transmission gear selector into all the different gear selections and then return to park. Drive the vehicle until the normal operating temperature is reached. Return to your house and check the fluid level for the HOT level, add fluid as necessary. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Runs fine on a Kia Forte *by M***C on May 12, 2020* The following applies to a 2010 Kia Forte 2.4L automatic with 105,000 miles. No transmission issues, but just purchased the car and unsure of its history. I picked this product because it's probably as close to OEM as you can get, while being affordable. I have read that some folks have had good luck with the Valvoline one product that fits all types, but transmissions are expensive to fix. You know how that all in one body wash, shampoo, toilet bowl cleaner is... it works, but not as good as the stuff that is specifically meant for one purpose. Draining and filling is pretty straight forward. You need a funnel that will fit down the dipstick tube to refill the transmission. You also need a 24mm socket to remove the transmission drain bolt, which is located close to the oil drain bolt. My 2.4L forte took about 3.5 quarts of oil (yes, transmission fluid is oil) after draining. That's a little more than half of the 6.4ish quarts the transmission holds. What I'm going to do next is drive it for a few months (or maybe more) and then change it out again, adding another 3.5 fresh quarts. I'm not a mechanic, but this is the way I've been changing transmission oil for years. If you haven't owned your vehicle since it was new, chances are it hasn't been powerflushed on schedule like the dealer recommends. If you go and decide to get a powerflush and change it all at once after 100k miles, you are probably going to disturb the particulates and junk that has accumulated in the transmission over the years. You also are going to get rid of all the old fluid that has more abrasive properties than the new fluid, since it has absorbed the abrasive material that had come off of the old clutch plates. This might lead to slipping because of less friction, or other issues. The idea is to change the fluid over time to keep it fresh while not disturbing the stuff that's already in there, unless you plan on dropping the pan, cleaning the filter, ect, which I good sir, am not. Should be an easy job. Just keep an eye on the level after you fill it. fill it a little under the high mark with the engine running, drive for a few minutes, check and add as needed on a level surface after the car is warm. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by J***E on January 2, 2026* Great fluid for Hyundai transmissions ## Frequently Bought Together - Idemitsu ATF Type HK (SP-III) Automatic Transmission Fluid for Hyundai/Kia – 1 Quart, Case of 12 - Grey | Enhanced Efficiency and Durability | Part Number: 30040097-75000C020 - FRAM Extra Guard CH9999, 10K Mile Change Interval Cartridge Oil Filter - A-Premium Cabin Air Filter with Activated Carbon Compatible with Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006, Entourage 2007-2010, Tiburon 2003-2008 & Kia Sedona 2006-2010 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/526920544-idemitsu-30040097-75000c020-atf-type-hk-sp-iii-automatic-transmission](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/526920544-idemitsu-30040097-75000c020-atf-type-hk-sp-iii-automatic-transmission) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*