2007 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


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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 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 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_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

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 gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines

Figure 1. 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 1.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


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

expand_moreValve cover


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


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 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 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 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 other modifications	50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft50.15–57.53 lbf⋅ft68–78 N⋅m
Drive wheel, timing chain


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


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

expand_moreOil sump

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


2.7 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


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 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_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 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

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2007 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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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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