2003 Kia Rio Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAlternator


Adjusting screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


Kia gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters A3E 74 HP	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters A3E 80 HP	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.5 Liters A5D 97 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRocker bridge


1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	16.23–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.23–20.65 lbf⋅ft22–28 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	3.69–7.38 lbf⋅ft3.69–7.38 lbf⋅ft5–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m


Crankshaft pulley	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft55–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 74 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


Kia gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters A3E 74 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters A3E 80 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.5 Liters A5D 97 HP	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters A3E engines	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.5 Liters A5D engines	30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)	51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft70–90 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Kia Rio Sedan 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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