2003 Hyundai Elantra Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft15–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.4–2006.7)	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	20.65–22.13 lbf⋅ft20.65–22.13 lbf⋅ft28–30 N⋅m
All other modifications	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 106 HP engine (2000.6–2006.7)

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 106 HP engine (2000.6–2006.7).


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Fourth stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Fifth stage	75°75°75°


Valve cover	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft32–35 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft32–35 N⋅m

expand_moreHyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft140–150 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft140–150 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft185–195 N⋅m
All other modifications	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.4–2006.7)	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA engines	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
All other modifications	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft55–60 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft55–60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°

expand_moreVibration damper


2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.4–2006.7)	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m
All other modifications	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m


Drive belt tensioner device	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA engines


Tensioning screws	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Otherwise	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m


All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener

expand_moreHyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP


Tensioning roller	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4BB 130 HP	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Oil sump	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.4–2006.7)	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Code range 14 mm	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Code range 17 mm	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 103 HP	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 106 HP	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	18.44–29.5 lbf⋅ft18.44–29.5 lbf⋅ft25–40 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Hyundai Elantra Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Hyundai warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2003 Hyundai Elantra Sedan generations

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