2010 Kia Rio Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


1.5 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.5 L 109 HP engine (2005.3–)	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines


M8 × 28 screws	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
M8 × 45 screws	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
M8 × 65 screws	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft12–14 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE.


First stage	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	Loosen all screws
Fourth stage	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°


Valve cover	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Seals must be replaced.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines


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


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft140–150 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft103.26–110.63 lbf⋅ft140–150 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


1.5 CRDi with diesel straight-4 1.5 L 109 HP engine (2005.3–)	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines

expand_moreLong screws


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


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


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft55–60 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft40.57–44.25 lbf⋅ft55–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain guide rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain slip rail	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft70–74 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m


Control drive chain guide rail	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
Drive belt tensioner device	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED engines	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m


Oil sump	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE engines


Nuts on chassis	51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft51.63–66.38 lbf⋅ft70–90 N⋅m
Nuts on the engine block	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Screws on the engine block	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Nuts on chassis	47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft64–84 N⋅m
Nuts on engine bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Screws on engine bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


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

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 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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