2010 Hyundai Tucson 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


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Power steering pump bracket	25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft35–50 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Injection lines must be replaced.
Injection nozzle (injector)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Injection pump	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines	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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines

expand_moreFirst stage

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC, First stage.


M10	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the screws and lubricate lightly See figure 1.
M12	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 Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°


Rocker bridge	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreHyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP


First stage	11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft16–20 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


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 141 HP	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP	132.76–140.14 lbf⋅ft132.76–140.14 lbf⋅ft180–190 N⋅m
All other modifications	136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft185–195 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines	213.89–228.64 lbf⋅ft213.89–228.64 lbf⋅ft290–310 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 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_moreFlywheel


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 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
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreHyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM

expand_moreInner screws (M11)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Lateral screws (M8)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOuter screws (M8)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreHyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP


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

expand_moreHyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreM8


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


Screws with thread length 15 mm	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Otherwise	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 141 HP	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft45–50 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Drive wheel toothed belt
All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
All other modifications	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device

expand_more2.7 All-wheel Drive with gasoline V6 2.7 L 173 HP engine (2004.8–2010.3)


Tensioning lever	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


With camshaft adjuster	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m
Drive wheel, timing chain


Toothed belt guard	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 141 HP	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP	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 drain plug	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines


Lower screws	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreTop


152,5 mm screws	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
161,5 mm screws	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
M8 × 22 screws	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
M10 × 38 screws	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m


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

expand_moreEngine management


Glow plugs	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC 139 HP	11.8–19.18 lbf⋅ft11.8–19.18 lbf⋅ft16–26 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Nuts on engine bracket	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Nuts on the engine mounting	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Screws on engine bracket	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


On chassis	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m


Subframe stiffening plate(s)	51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft70–90 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines


Heat shields	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Otherwise	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G engines


Heat shields	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
Otherwise	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m


All other modifications	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel lines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 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 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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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2010 Hyundai Tucson generations

In 2010 Hyundai offered 2 generations of the Tucson. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation

LM, EL, ELH

2010 Hyundai Tucson First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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