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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
Tighten screws from the inside outwards.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft22–30 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 106 HP


Top	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Bottom	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 107 HP


Top	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Bottom	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP


Top	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Bottom	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m


All other modifications	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Kia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA engines	18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft25–35 N⋅m
All Kia diesel straight-4 1.4 Liters D4FC engines	18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft25–35 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft26–30 N⋅m
Generator bracket	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


High-pressure line	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
High-pressure pump pulley	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
1.4 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.4 L 89 HP engine (2011.9–)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All other modifications	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
Coolant thermostat housing	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_more1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


Front	7.38–14.75 lbf⋅ft7.38–14.75 lbf⋅ft10–20 N⋅m
Otherwise	4.43–10.33 lbf⋅ft4.43–10.33 lbf⋅ft6–14 N⋅m

expand_more1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 4

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, 1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–), Screws 1 – 4.


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 5


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

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)


M6	8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft12–14 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)


M6	8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft12–14 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–).


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	120°120°120°

expand_more1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


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

expand_more1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–).


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°
Third stage	120–125°120–125°120–125°

expand_more1.4 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.4 L 89 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	120°120°120°

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°
Third stage	100–105°100–105°100–105°

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)

expand_moreM9


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreM10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 106 HP

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 106 HP.


First stage	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
See figure 4.
Second stage	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m


Kia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Valve cover, All other modifications.


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
See figure 5.
Second stage	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m


Valve cover locking screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten new bolts helically in outside to inside order.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_more1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


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

expand_more1.4 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.4 L 89 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)


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_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)	165.95–180.7 lbf⋅ft165.95–180.7 lbf⋅ft225–245 N⋅m

expand_more1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


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

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)

expand_moreWith screw head marking „12T“

Figure 6. Engine block, Crankshaft central screws, 1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–), With screw head marking „12T“.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
See figure 6.
Second stage	38–42°38–42°38–42°

Figure 7. Engine block, Crankshaft central screws, 1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–).


Unmarked screws	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m
See figure 7.

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m

expand_more1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


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


1.4 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.4 L 89 HP engine (2011.9–)	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m
1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FC engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All other modifications	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)

expand_moreLong screws

Figure 8. Engine block, Main bearing, 1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–), Long screws.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps. See figure 8.
Second stage	90–94°90–94°90–94°


Short screws	23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft32–36 N⋅m

expand_more1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)


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_more1.4 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.4 L 89 HP engine (2011.9–)

expand_moreLong screws


First stage	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreShort screws


First stage	26.55 lbf⋅ft26.55 lbf⋅ft36 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Tighten new screws crosswise in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

Figure 9. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing.


Screws 1	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
See figure 9.
Screws 2	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws 3	18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft25–35 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


1.1 CRDi with diesel straight-3 1.1 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2011.9–)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


1.25 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 107 HP engine (2011.9–)	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


Right	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Top	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	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Camshaft timing gear	51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft70–74 N⋅m
Chain tensioner	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
Control drive chain tensioning rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP


Top	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Right	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Bottom	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


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


Drive chain balance shaft 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_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 106 HP


M10	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M12	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 107 HP


M10	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M12	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreKia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP

Figure 10. Engine control, Timing case cover, Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP.


Screws 1	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
See figure 10.
Screws 2	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Screws 3	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Screws 4	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 11. Engine control, Timing case cover, All other modifications.


Screws 1	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
See figure 11.
Screws 2	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Screws 3	33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft45–54 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.

expand_moreOil filter


Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 107 HP	8.11–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.8 lbf⋅ft11–16 N⋅m
Kia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m


Oil filter housing	23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft32–38 N⋅m
Oil pressure sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


Kia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM	4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft6–9 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_more1.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 106 HP engine (2011.9–)


Oil sump lower part	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 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
Glow plugs	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 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 bracket


Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 106 HP	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 107 HP	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On rubber mount	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
On the engine block	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-3 engines

expand_moreOn chassis


Top	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Bottom	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreOn rubber mount


Bottom	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 engines


On chassis	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
On engine mounting	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
On timing case	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine suspension


On engine mounting	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
On the engine block	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
Subframe stiffening plate	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 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

expand_moreCatalytic converter


On exhaust manifold	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


On catalytic converter	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On engine	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m


Exhaust manifold	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold heat shield	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4FA 107 HP	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA 84 HP	11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft15–25 N⋅m

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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 2012 Kia Rio Hatchback 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.

Maintenance Items

Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Kia Rio Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

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2012 Kia Rio Hatchback Third generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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