2023 Kia Soul engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreInduction-pipe flap control unit


2.0 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 152 HP engine (2014.2–)	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


Intake manifold	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Intake manifold support	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


M8	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
M10	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


M8	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
M10	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft25–35 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft26–30 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


Long screws	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Short screws	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


2.0 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 152 HP engine (2014.2–)	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


1.6 CRDi 128 with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 126 HP engine (2014.2–)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe

expand_more1.6 CRDi 128 with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 126 HP engine (2014.2–)


On exhaust manifold	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Fuel-distributing pipe	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	20.65–22.13 lbf⋅ft20.65–22.13 lbf⋅ft28–30 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Turbo charger	33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft45–50 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil feed line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
On the engine block	10.33–14.75 lbf⋅ft10.33–14.75 lbf⋅ft14–20 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines

expand_moreM6


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Second stage	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA.


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
See figure 1.
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°
Third stage	118–122°118–122°118–122°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


First stage	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA.


First stage	23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft32–36 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°
Third stage	90–95°90–95°90–95°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines


First stage	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
Seals must be replaced.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps.

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA.


First stage	2.21–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.21–4.43 lbf⋅ft3–6 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines


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

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


First stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace connecting rod bearing screw(s).
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft169.64–184.39 lbf⋅ft230–250 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


2.0 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 152 HP engine (2014.2–)	147.51–154.89 lbf⋅ft147.51–154.89 lbf⋅ft200–210 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.

expand_moreFlywheel


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines

Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws 1 – 10. Screws must be replaced. See figure 4.
Second stage	90–94°90–94°90–94°
Screws 1 – 10.
Third stage	23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft23.6–26.55 lbf⋅ft32–36 N⋅m
Screws 11 – 20.

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


First stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	88–92°88–92°88–92°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	120–125°120–125°120–125°
Third stage	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Screws on the outer side.

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
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	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

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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	47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft64–74 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft47.2–54.58 lbf⋅ft64–74 N⋅m
Tension rail bearing screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines


Top	30.98–38.35 lbf⋅ft30.98–38.35 lbf⋅ft42–52 N⋅m
Center	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Bottom	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


M6	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M8	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
M10	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Oil drain plug	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Oil filter	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	10.33–16.23 lbf⋅ft10.33–16.23 lbf⋅ft14–22 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft6–9 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	5.9–10.33 lbf⋅ft5.9–10.33 lbf⋅ft8–14 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines


At the gearbox	25.08–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.08–36.88 lbf⋅ft34–50 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines


Oil sump top part	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Oil sump lower part	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 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


Engine bracket	42.78–51.63 lbf⋅ft42.78–51.63 lbf⋅ft58–70 N⋅m
Engine mounting	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine suspension


On chassis	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m


Subframe	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the gearbox	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.


Torque support bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Catalytic converter bracket	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines


At the cylinder head	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Support	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shield(s)


All Kia diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters D4FB engines	10.33–14.75 lbf⋅ft10.33–14.75 lbf⋅ft14–20 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4FD engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4NA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Particle filter bracket	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel pump	2.21–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.21–4.43 lbf⋅ft3–6 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft11.06–18.44 lbf⋅ft15–25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2023 Kia Soul user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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