2008 Kia Carnival engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft18–24 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Generator bracket	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


2.9 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.9 L 182 HP engine (2006.6–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	4.43–7.38 lbf⋅ft4.43–7.38 lbf⋅ft6–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_more2.7 V6 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 186 HP engine (2006.6–)


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline V6 engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Kia gasoline V6.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws, and oil the screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	60–62°60–62°60–62°
Third stage	45–47°45–47°45–47°

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Kia diesel straight-4.


First stage	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreThird stage


Long screws	120°120°120°
Short screws	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline V6 engines


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

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 engines


First stage	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.9 Liters J3 engines	280.27–309.78 lbf⋅ft280.27–309.78 lbf⋅ft380–420 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


2.9 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.9 L 182 HP engine (2006.6–)	118.01–125.39 lbf⋅ft118.01–125.39 lbf⋅ft160–170 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.9 Liters J3 engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline V6 engines

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreM10


First stage	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 engines


First stage	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
Second stage	55–65°55–65°55–65°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


2.9 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.9 L 182 HP engine (2006.6–)	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


2.7 V6 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 186 HP engine (2006.6–)	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


All Kia gasoline V6 engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


All Kia gasoline V6 engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Toothed belt tightener	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Oil sump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


2.7 V6 with gasoline V6 2.7 L 186 HP engine (2006.6–)	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.9 Liters J3 engines	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6EA engines	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.9 Liters J3 engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Kia Carnival 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 Kia warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2008 Kia Carnival Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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