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

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

NO RELATED

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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.