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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 MANUALSKIA2006MAGENTIS (CANADA) L4-2.4L VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE AND SEQUENCEMAIN BEARING CAP
2006 Kia Magentis (CANADA) L4-2.4L VIN 3
Main Bearing Cap
2006 Kia Magentis (CANADA) L4-2.4L VIN 3SECTION Main Bearing Cap
Bearing Cap Bolt
Install main bearing cap bolts.
NOTE:
The main bearing cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps.
If any of the bearing cap bolts in broken or deformed, replace it.
Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and under the bearing cap bolts.

Install and uniformly tighten the 10 bearing cap bolts (A), in several passes, in the sequence shown.
Retighten the bearing cap bolts by 45° in the numerical order shown.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.
Install main bearing cap bolts.
NOTE:
The main bearing cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps.
If any of the bearing cap bolts in broken or deformed, replace it.
Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and under the bearing cap bolts.
Install and uniformly tighten the 10 bearing cap bolts (A), in several passes, in the sequence shown.
Retighten the bearing cap bolts by 45° in the numerical order shown.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.
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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.