2012 Hyundai Santa Fe engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Alternator	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


2.4 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–)	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–)	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


2.4 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–)	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–)	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m


Vacuum pump	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	59–66.38 lbf⋅ft59–66.38 lbf⋅ft80–90 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreHyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP

expand_moreM6


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more2.0 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2012.9–)

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2012.9–).


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°
Lateral-fitting screw	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2012.9–)


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°
Lateral-fitting	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_more2.4 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–)

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.4 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 189 HP engine (2012.9–).


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°
Third stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	58.27 lbf⋅ft58.27 lbf⋅ft79 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°
Lateral-fitting screw	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


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

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Drive plate	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Flywheel	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreHyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	120–125°120–125°120–125°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°

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 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
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Camshaft timing gear	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 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_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft55–65 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


M6	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
M8	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
M10	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 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
Oil filter	23.6–29.5 lbf⋅ft23.6–29.5 lbf⋅ft32–40 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


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

expand_moreOil sump top part


On the engine block	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_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine suspension


On chassis	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
On the engine block	62.69–81.13 lbf⋅ft62.69–81.13 lbf⋅ft85–110 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft15–25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.4 Liters G4KJ 189 HP	33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft45–54 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 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.

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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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 Third generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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