2000 Hyundai Santa Fe engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
Screws	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All other modifications	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
High-pressure line	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Injection hoses	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbo charger	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Fan wheel	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


All other modifications	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All other modifications	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All other modifications	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All other modifications	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreFlywheel


All other modifications	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft toothed belt tension pulley	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


All other modifications	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


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

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All other modifications	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Oil filter	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Oil pump chain wheel	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All other modifications	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	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
Engine mounting	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
M10	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shield(s)


All other modifications	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter housing	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


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

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


Nuts	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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