General Torque Specifications

1998 Hyundai Tiburon L4-1.8LSECTION General Torque Specifications

Tightening Torque (Part 1 Of 3):






Tightening Torque (Part 2 Of 3):






Tightening Torque (Part 3 Of 3):






Tensioner pulley installing bolt: 43 - 55 Nm (430 - 550 kg.cm, 32 - 41 ft. lbs.)
Timing belt cover bolt: 8 - 10 Nm (80 - 100 kg.cm, 6 - 7.4 ft. lbs.)
Crankshaft pulley bolt: 170 - 180 Nm (1700 - 1800 kg.cm, 125 - 133 ft. lbs.)












Main Bearing Cap Tightening Sequence
Install bearing caps and tighten cap bolts to the specified torque in the sequence of the center, No.2, No.4 front and rear caps. Cap bolts should be tightened evenly in 2 to 3 stages before they are tightened to the specified torque. The caps should be installed with the arrow mark directed toward the crank pulley side of engine. Cap numbers must be corrected.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.