Samsung SM3, L38
Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval
Samsung SM3, L38 uses automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 1,4 to 6 liters. The data covers 3 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| SM3 1.5 dCi 105 (2009-2018) |
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| SM3 1.5 dCi 105 DPF (2009-2018) |
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| SM3 1.6 16V 110 (2009-2018) |
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Additional Notes
- The Samsung SM3 1.6 16V 110 carries a dry fill capacity of 6 liters, which represents the total fluid volume required when filling a completely drained or newly assembled automatic transaxle from scratch.
- A service fill of 3.5 liters applies to the SM3 1.6 16V 110, reflecting the reduced volume needed during a routine fluid change where residual fluid remains in the torque converter and passages.
- The gap between the 6-liter dry fill and the 3.5-liter service fill on the 1.6 16V 110 indicates that roughly 2.5 liters of fluid is retained within the transaxle assembly during a standard drain procedure.
- Both the SM3 1.5 dCi 105 and the SM3 1.5 dCi 105 DPF share identical capacity figures across the 2009-2018 span, with an initial fill of 1.7 liters and a service fill of 1.4 liters.
- The 1.5 dCi variants use a semi-automatic transaxle, which accounts for the notably smaller fluid capacities compared to the conventional automatic transaxle found in the 1.6 16V 110.
- An initial fill of 1.7 liters on the 1.5 dCi semi-automatic transaxle differs from the service fill of 1.4 liters, meaning approximately 0.3 liters remains in the unit during a routine fluid exchange.
- All three configurations carry specifications listed under normal use conditions, meaning the stated capacities and intervals are not adjusted for severe operating environments such as towing, extreme temperatures, or stop-and-go driving patterns.