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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2000SEPHIA LS SEDAN L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
2000 Kia Sephia LS Sedan L4-1.8L
System Specifications
2000 Kia Sephia LS Sedan L4-1.8LSECTION System Specifications
Gear Ratio:
First Gear 2.800:1
Second Gear 1.540:1
Third Gear 1.000:1
Fourth Gear 0.700:1
Reverse 2.333:1
Final Gear Ratio 3.833:1

FLYWHEEL OR FLEXPLATE MOUNT BOLTS
Torque 71 - 75.9 ft. lbs. (97 - 103 Nm, 9.8 - 10.5 kg-m)
Tighten bolts in two or three steps to the specified torque.

TRANSMISSION OIL PAN
Torque 74.4-94.8 inch lbs. (8.4-10.7 Nm)
First Gear 2.800:1
Second Gear 1.540:1
Third Gear 1.000:1
Fourth Gear 0.700:1
Reverse 2.333:1
Final Gear Ratio 3.833:1
Fig. 23 Flywheel Tightening Sequence:
FLYWHEEL OR FLEXPLATE MOUNT BOLTS
Torque 71 - 75.9 ft. lbs. (97 - 103 Nm, 9.8 - 10.5 kg-m)
Tighten bolts in two or three steps to the specified torque.
TRANSMISSION OIL PAN
Torque 74.4-94.8 inch lbs. (8.4-10.7 Nm)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
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.