2013 Kia Rio Hatchback transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft200–280 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.4 Liters D4FC engines	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


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 other modifications	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder bleeder valve


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters G4LA engines	8.85–14.75 lbf⋅ft8.85–14.75 lbf⋅ft12–20 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting


Gearbox shift lever bracket	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m
Selector cable linkage	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreKia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM

Figure 1. Gearbox, Gearbox flange connection at engine, Kia diesel straight-3 1.1 Liters D3FA 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 153 N⋅m at 1900 RPM.


Screws 1	33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft45–54 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Screws 2	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Screws 3	25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft35–50 N⋅m
Screws 4	33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft33.19–39.83 lbf⋅ft45–54 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bottom	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Center	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 A4CF1	33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft45–50 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


Gearbox A4CF1	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Gearbox A6GF1	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Seals must be replaced.
Gearbox M6CF1	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug


Gearbox A6GF1	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Gearbox M6CF1	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil sump


Gearbox A4CF1	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting


At the gearbox	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
On chassis	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support


1.25 LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2011.9–)	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
At the gearbox bracket	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreOn chassis


Bottom	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m
Otherwise	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 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.

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2013 Kia Rio Hatchback Third generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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