2014 Kia Sportage engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Intake manifold support	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Alternator	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


Kia diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 134 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA 173 HP	25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft25.81–40.57 lbf⋅ft35–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Kia diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 134 HP	19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft26–30 N⋅m
Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA 173 HP	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m


Generator bracket	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Hydraulic line(s) at servo-steering pump	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m
Power steering pump bracket	25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft35–50 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft35–50 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft25.81–36.88 lbf⋅ft35–50 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Fuel-distributing pipe	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
High-pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


Kia diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 134 HP	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
Kia diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 148 HP	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Turbocharger bracket	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil feed line	8.85–13.28 lbf⋅ft8.85–13.28 lbf⋅ft12–18 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil return line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M10 screws 1 – 6, 8, and 10. Oil the screw lightly.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
M12 screws 7 and 9.
Third stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°
Fourth stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°


Valve cover	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	100°100°100°


Balance shaft module	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


2.0 16V 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
2.0 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_more2.7 V6 4WD with gasoline V6 2.7 L 173 HP engine (2004.9–)


First stage	11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft16–20 N⋅m
Second stage	90–94°90–94°90–94°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Crankcase ventilation	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


2.0 16V 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
2.0 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft125.39–132.76 lbf⋅ft170–180 N⋅m
2.7 V6 4WD with gasoline V6 2.7 L 173 HP engine (2004.9–)	132.76–140.14 lbf⋅ft132.76–140.14 lbf⋅ft180–190 N⋅m
All other modifications	136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft136.45–143.82 lbf⋅ft185–195 N⋅m


Crankshaft pulley	22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.08 lbf⋅ft30–34 N⋅m
Drive plate	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


2.0 16V 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
2.0 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft88.51–95.88 lbf⋅ft120–130 N⋅m
All other modifications	51.63–59 lbf⋅ft51.63–59 lbf⋅ft70–80 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more2.0 16V 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	60–64°60–64°60–64°

expand_more2.0 CRDi 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–)

expand_moreInner 15 mm screws


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°


Outer 12 mm screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60–64°60–64°60–64°

expand_more2.7 V6 4WD with gasoline V6 2.7 L 173 HP engine (2004.9–)

expand_moreM8


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	90–94°90–94°90–94°

expand_moreM10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90–94°90–94°90–94°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
M10 screws. Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	120°120°120°
M10 screws.
Third stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
M8 screws.

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Second stage	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
All other modifications	95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft95.88–103.26 lbf⋅ft130–140 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
Drive belt tensioner device	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Tensioning screws	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Otherwise	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


Heat-exchanger on oil filter housing	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Oil drain plug	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Oil filter housing	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Oil pressure sensor	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.06 lbf⋅ft12–15 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


Oil pump chain wheel	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines


At the gearbox	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
M6	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines


Lower screws	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreUpper screws


152,5 mm screws	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
161,5 mm screws	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
M10 x 38 screws	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
M8 x 22 screws	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft2.95–4.43 lbf⋅ft4–6 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Glow plugs	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor

expand_moreAll Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines


Lambda sensor downstream of catalytic converter	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Lambda sensors in front of catalytic converter	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Nuts on chassis	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 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


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

expand_moreExhaust system


Diesel particulate filter	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Differential-pressure sensor line(s)	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


2.0 16V 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
2.0 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 139 HP engine (2004.9–)	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m


Exhaust manifold heat shield(s)	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications	22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft22.13–29.5 lbf⋅ft30–40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38–11.06 lbf⋅ft7.38–11.06 lbf⋅ft10–15 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


All Kia gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters G4GC engines	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Kia gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA engines	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2014 Kia Sportage 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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2014 Kia Sportage generations

In 2014 Kia offered 3 generations of the Sportage. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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