Torque Specifications

2002 Kia Spectra Base, AutomaticSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Drain Plug 29-40 (39-54)
Engine Mounting Member Bolts & Nuts
Bolts 47.2-65.7 (64-89)
Nuts 28-37.6 (38-51)
Inlet & Outlet Pipe Bolts 23.6-34.7 (32-47)
Selector Cable Nut 23.6-33.9 (32-46)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Control Valve Body Bolts 69.9-94.7 (7.9-10.7)
Oil Pan Bolts 74.4-94.7 (8.4-10.7)
Oil Strainer Bolts 69.9-94.7 (7.9-10.7)
Transaxle Range Switch Mounting Bolts 69.9-94.7 (7.9-10.7)
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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