2015 Kia Picanto 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

expand_moreAlternator


Code range 12 mm	16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft22–32 N⋅m
Code range 14 mm	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m


Generator bracket	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Kia gasoline/natural gas straight-3 1.0 Liters B3LA engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-3 1.0 Liters G3LA engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline/natural gas straight-3 1.0 Liters B3LA engines

expand_moreBearing cap 1


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreBearing cap 2 – 4


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

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines

expand_moreBearing cap 1


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreBearing cap 2 – 5


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°
Third stage	120–125°120–125°120–125°

expand_moreValve cover


All Kia gasoline/natural gas straight-3 1.0 Liters B3LA engines	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-3 1.0 Liters G3LA engines	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA.


First stage	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	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/natural gas straight-3 1.0 Liters B3LA engines


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline/natural gas straight-3 1.0 Liters B3LA engines


First stage	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Second stage	29–31°29–31°29–31°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines


First stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Drive plate	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


Gearbox M5EF2	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft64–74 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft64–74 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Oil sump	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


At the cylinder head	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
On engine mounting	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m


Engine mounting	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Subframe	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m
Onto torque support bracket	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


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

expand_moreStart system


Starter	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2015 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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2015 Kia Picanto generations

In 2015 Kia offered 2 generations of the Picanto. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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