2008 Kia Picanto transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


Front axle drive shaft	147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft200–240 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreClutch


Gearbox M5EF2	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting

expand_moreSelector cable linkage


Gearbox A4CF0	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreOn the engine block


Bottom	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Top	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque converter


Gearbox A4CF0	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


Gearbox M5CF1	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Gearbox A4CF0	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug


Gearbox M5CF1	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox oil sump


Gearbox A4CF0	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreGearbox support


1.1 with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 64 HP at 5500 RPM, 97 N⋅m at 2800 RPM engine (2004.4–)	51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft70–90 N⋅m
Otherwise	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 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 Picanto 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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