2008 Kia Soul engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Generator bracket	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump pulley	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.

expand_moreCylinder head


Valve cover	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block


Crankshaft pulley	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m
Flywheel	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreEngine control


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
Chain tensioner	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 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
Control drive timing chain slip rail	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft70–74 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft51.63–54.58 lbf⋅ft70–74 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


Screws with thread length 10 mm	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Screws with thread length 12 mm	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Oil sump	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m
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
Lambda sensor	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


M10	42.78–54.58 lbf⋅ft42.78–54.58 lbf⋅ft58–74 N⋅m
M12	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Kia Soul 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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2008 Kia Soul First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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