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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
Air-conditioning compressor 14.7522.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
All other modifications 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
Alternator 36.8847.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 14.7522.13 lbf⋅ft
M10 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 5.97.38 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 5.97.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.7522.13 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure line 18.4422.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace fuel line.
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
All Kia diesel straight-4 2.2 Liters D4HB engines 5966.38 lbf⋅ft
Injection hoses 17.720.65 lbf⋅ft
Injection lines must be replaced.
Injection nozzle (injector) 22.1325.81 lbf⋅ft
Injection pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Pressure tube connection 14.7522.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
Turbo charger 36.8851.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
Coolant pump pulley 5.97.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_more2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–)
expand_moreM6
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–)
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–).
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–).
First stage 58.27 lbf⋅ft
See figure 1.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 120°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreValve cover
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
First stage 2.954.43 lbf⋅ft
See figure 3.
Second stage 5.97.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 13.2816.23 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 8892°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 125.39132.76 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 125.39132.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 144.56 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
Drive plate 88.5195.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Flywheel 88.5195.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–)
expand_moreBearing cap
First stage 21.39 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreBearing casing
Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, 2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–), Bearing casing.
Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, 2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–), Bearing casing.
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
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.14 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
Balance shaft timing chain guide rail 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain guide rail 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain tensioner 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
Sprocket wheel 11.0614.75 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain guide rail 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Control drive chain tensioner 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Inlet camshaft wheel 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
All other modifications 40.5747.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
M6 screws 5.98.85 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Oil drain plug 25.0832.45 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter
2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) 23.629.5 lbf⋅ft
2.2 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) 23.629.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 16.2319.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 23.628.03 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter drain plug 7.38 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.7522.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
expand_more2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–)
expand_moreVehicles manufactured in and before 2012
expand_moreBalance shaft module
Figure 5. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, 2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–), Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012, Balance shaft module.
Figure 5. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, 2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–), Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012, Balance shaft module.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 5.
Second stage Loosen screw(s).
expand_moreThird stage
First step 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Second step 105°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Balance shaft module long screws 22.1325.81 lbf⋅ft
Balance shaft module short screws 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–)
M6 screws 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
M9 screws 22.1325.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 6. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, All other modifications.
Figure 6. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, All other modifications.
Oil sump lower part 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
See figure 6.
Figure 7. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, All other modifications.
Figure 7. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, All other modifications.
Oil sump top part 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
See figure 7.
At the gearbox 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 2.954.43 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 2.954.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.98.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Glow plugs 11.0614.75 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.536.88 lbf⋅ft
2.4 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.536.88 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.544.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_more2.4 CVVT 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 172 HP engine (2009.11–)
M8 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.1940.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
On chassis 47.261.96 lbf⋅ft
On engine bracket 47.261.96 lbf⋅ft
On engine mounting 5981.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012 103.26118.01 lbf⋅ft
Subframe stiffening plate 33.1944.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque arm
At the subframe 36.8847.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOnto torque support bracket
Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012 5981.13 lbf⋅ft
Torque support bracket 36.8847.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Diesel particulate filter 29.544.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
2.2 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
2.2 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 194 HP engine (2009.11–) 29.533.19 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 36.8840.57 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust pipe 29.544.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 11.0618.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
Starter 36.8847.94 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Sorento 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.

Doing basic service for your 2009 Kia Sorento you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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.

Kia Sorento Second generation model years

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