2009 Kia Sorento Second generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Condition | Value |
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Intake manifold | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor | 14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Alternator | 36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
M8 | 14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
M10 | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
Vacuum pump | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
High-pressure line | 18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Replace fuel line. |
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines | 59–66.38 lbf⋅ft |
Injection hoses | 17.7–20.65 lbf⋅ft |
Injection lines must be replaced. | |
Injection nozzle (injector) | 22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft |
Injection pump | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Pressure tube connection | 14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Turbo charger | 36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant pump | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant pump pulley | 5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft |
See figure 3. | |
Second stage | 5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 88–92° |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 144.56 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 60° |
Drive plate | 88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Flywheel | 88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. |
First stage | 21.39 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 120° |
First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 4. | |
Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 36.14 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 120° |
Balance shaft timing chain guide rail | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing chain guide rail | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing chain tensioner | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. |
Sprocket wheel | 11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Control drive chain guide rail | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Control drive chain tensioner | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. |
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Inlet camshaft wheel | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 40.57–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
M6 screws | 5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
M8 screws | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Oil drain plug | 25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft |
2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) | 23.6–29.5 lbf⋅ft |
2.2 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) | 23.6–29.5 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
Oil filter cover | 23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft |
Oil filter drain plug | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
On the engine block | 14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 5. | |
Second stage | Loosen screw(s). |
First step | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Second step | 105° |
Balance shaft module long screws | 22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft |
Balance shaft module short screws | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
M6 screws | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
M9 screws | 22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
Glow plugs | 11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Knock sensor | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft |
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft |
M8 | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
M10 | 29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
On chassis | 47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft |
On engine bracket | 47.2–61.96 lbf⋅ft |
On engine mounting | 59–81.13 lbf⋅ft |
Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012 | 103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft |
Subframe stiffening plate | 33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft |
At the subframe | 36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012 | 59–81.13 lbf⋅ft |
Torque support bracket | 36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
Diesel particulate filter | 29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft |
2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
2.2 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) | 29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft |
Exhaust pipe | 29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft |
Spark plugs | 11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Starter | 36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 Kia Sorento 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- All-wheel Drive Clutch Oil Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Clutch Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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2009 Kia Sorento generations
In 2009 Kia offered 3 generations of the Sorento. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.