2012 Hyundai Santa Fe engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines


Top	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Bottom	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Alternator	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


Top	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Bottom	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m


Power steering pump bracket	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	59–66.38 lbf⋅ft59–66.38 lbf⋅ft80–90 N⋅m
Injection hoses	17.7–20.65 lbf⋅ft17.7–20.65 lbf⋅ft24–28 N⋅m
Injection lines must be replaced.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Injection pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


At the exhaust manifold	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


2.2 CRDi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 137 HP engine (2006.3–)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


M6 screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.
M8 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines


M6 screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M8 screws	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines


M6 × 38 screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M8 × 38 screws	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB.


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Screws 1 – 10. Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Screws 1 – 10.
Third stage	120°120°120°
Screws 1 – 10.
Fourth stage	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m
Laterally fiting screws.

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE.


First stage	23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft32–36 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
See figure 4.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_more2.2 CRDi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.1–)

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 2.2 CRDi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.1–).


First stage	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
See figure 5.
Second stage	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m


All other modifications	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Tighten in a number of passes starting in a spiral fashion from the inside outward.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines


First stage	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
All other modifications	136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft185–195 N⋅m


Crankshaft pulley	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All other modifications	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Tighten new screws crosswise.

expand_moreFlywheel


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4HA engines	51.63–57.53 lbf⋅ft51.63–57.53 lbf⋅ft70–78 N⋅m
All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All other modifications	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines

expand_moreM10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	5°5°5°

expand_moreM8


First stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	5°5°5°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM11


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°


M8	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Vibration damper	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain guide rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
Drive wheel toothed belt
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
Drive wheel toothed belt
All other modifications	88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft120–140 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


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft68–78 N⋅m
Drive wheel, timing chain

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft68–78 N⋅m
Drive wheel, timing chain

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines


M6 screws	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m
M8 screws	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


M6 screws	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
M8 screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines


Oil filter cover	23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft32–38 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter housing cap

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines

Figure 6. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB.


Oil sump top part	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
See figure 6.
Oil sump lower part	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
At the gearbox	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


M6 screws	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M9 screws	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines

expand_moreOil sump top part


M8 × 22 screws	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Other screws	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m


Oil sump lower part	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


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

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Glow plugs	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


2.4 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2010.7–)	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2010.11–)	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
2.7 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 168 HP engine (2006.3–)	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
2.7 V6 GLS 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 186 HP engine (2006.3–)	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
2.7 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 168 HP engine (2006.3–)	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


M8 screws	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
M10 screws	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


Nuts on the engine mounting	59–81.13 lbf⋅ft59–81.13 lbf⋅ft80–110 N⋅m
On chassis	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
Screws on engine bracket	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Strut	29.5–40.57 lbf⋅ft29.5–40.57 lbf⋅ft40–55 N⋅m
Otherwise	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	132.76–147.51 lbf⋅ft132.76–147.51 lbf⋅ft180–200 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the bracket	59–81.13 lbf⋅ft59–81.13 lbf⋅ft80–110 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


On chassis subframe	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines


Heat shields	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Otherwise	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines


Heat shields	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Otherwise	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Heat shields	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Otherwise	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 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


All Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KE engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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Maintenance Items

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe generations

In 2012 Hyundai offered 2 generations of the Santa Fe. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Second generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe generations

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