2009 Hyundai Matrix engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Alternator	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Nuts	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


1.5 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.5 L 80 HP at 4000 RPM, 187 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.10–2010.8)	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m


Injection nozzle (injector)	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 101 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 102 HP at 5800 RPM, 146 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 109 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 162 N⋅m at 4500 RPM	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 101 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 102 HP at 5800 RPM, 146 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 109 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 162 N⋅m at 4500 RPM	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Cold engine See figure 1.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Screws must be replaced.
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Fourth stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines

expand_moreM10

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G, M10.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°
Third stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°

expand_moreM12


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreFirst stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second step	90°90°90°


Second stage	120°120°120°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Seals must be replaced.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 3 times.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft23.6–25.81 lbf⋅ft32–35 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines	136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft185–195 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft140–150 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
All other modifications	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


1.5 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.5 L 80 HP at 4000 RPM, 187 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2001.10–2010.8)	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
All other modifications	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines


Screws with thread length 12 mm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews with thread length 15 mm


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


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

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


Short screws	26.55 lbf⋅ft26.55 lbf⋅ft36 N⋅m

expand_moreLong screws


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

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain guide rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain slip rail	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines	88.51–110.63 lbf⋅ft88.51–110.63 lbf⋅ft120–150 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
All other modifications	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Control drive chain guide rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP at 5800 RPM, 146 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2001.6–2010.8)	16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft22–30 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	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	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23–18.44 lbf⋅ft16.23–18.44 lbf⋅ft22–25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreHyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 101 HP


At the gearbox	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreHyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 109 HP


At the gearbox	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.


All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Glow plugs	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 101 HP	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G 102 HP at 5800 RPM, 146 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Hyundai diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 109 HP	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 162 N⋅m at 4500 RPM	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-3 1.5 Liters D3EA engines


Nuts on engine bracket	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Screws on chassis	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
Screws on engine bracket	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts on chassis	47.94–62.69 lbf⋅ft47.94–62.69 lbf⋅ft65–85 N⋅m
Nuts on engine bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Screws on engine bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED-G engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters G4GB-G engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 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 2009 Hyundai Matrix 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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