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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.
2009 Kia Spectra EX, 2.0 1, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts | 10-11 (14-15) | ||||||
| Camshaft Sprocket Bolt | 72-87 (98-118) | ||||||
| Connecting Rod Nut | 36-38 (49-52) | ||||||
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Bolt (1) | 20-23 (27-31) | ||||||
| Crankshaft Pulley Bolt | 123-130 (167-177) | ||||||
| Crankshaft Sprocket Bolt | 72-87 (98-118) | ||||||
| Cylinder Head Bolts (2) | |||||||
| M10 | 17-20 (23-27) | ||||||
| M12 | 21-23 (28-31) | ||||||
| Drive Plate/Flywheel Bolt | 87-94 (118-128) | ||||||
| Engine Mounting Bracket & Body Fixing Bolts | 29-36 (39-49) | ||||||
| Engine Mounting Insulator & Engine Mounting Support Bracket Fixing Nuts | 51-69 (69-93) | ||||||
| Engine Mounting Support Bracket & Engine Support Bracket Fixing Bolts & Nuts | 36-47 (49-64) | ||||||
| Engine Support Bracket Bolts | 25-36 (34-49) | ||||||
| Engine Support Bracket Stay Plate Bolt | 31-40 (42-54) | ||||||
| Exhaust Camshaft & CVVT Assembly Fixing Bolt | 48-57 (65-77) | ||||||
| Exhaust Manifold & Cylinder Head Fixing Nut | 31-40 (42-54) | ||||||
| Exhaust Manifold & Front Muffler Fixing Bolt | 29-44 (39-59) | ||||||
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Cover & Exhaust Manifold Fixing Bolt | 12-16 (17-22) | ||||||
| Front Case Bolts | 15-20 (20-27) | ||||||
| Front & Center Muffler Fixing Nut | 29-44 (39-59) | ||||||
| Front Muffler Fixing Clip Bolt | 21-29 (29-39) | ||||||
| Front Roll Stopper Bracket & Sub Frame Fixing Bolts | 29-36 (39-49) | ||||||
| Front Roll Stopper Insulator & Rear Roll Stopper Support Bracket Fixing Bolt & Nut | 36-47 (49-64) | ||||||
| Intake Manifold & Cylinder Head Fixing Nut | 12-17 (16-23) | ||||||
| Intake Manifold Stay Bolt | 13-18 (18-25) | ||||||
| Oil Control Valve (OVC) Filter | 30-37 (41-50) | ||||||
| Oil Filter | 9-12 (12-16) | ||||||
| Oil Pan Drain Bolt | 29-32 (39-44) | ||||||
| Oil Pan & Transaxle Fixing Bolt | 22-30 (30-41) | ||||||
| Oil Pressure Switch | 11-16 (15-22) | ||||||
| Oil Pump Bolt | 14-19 (19-26) | ||||||
| Oil Screen Bolt | 11-16 (15-22) | ||||||
| O2 Sensor-To-Exhaust Manifold | 36-44 (49-59) | ||||||
| Rear Roll Stopper Bracket & Sub Frame Fixing Bolts | 29-36 (39-49) | ||||||
| Rear Roll Stopper Insulator & Rear Roll Stopper Support Bracket Fixing Bolt & Nut | 36-47 (49-64) | ||||||
| Thermostat Housing Bolt & Nut | 11-15 (15-20) | ||||||
| Timing Belt Tensioner & Idler Bolt | 31-40 (42-54) | ||||||
| Transaxle Mounting Bracket & Body Fixing Bolt | 29-36 (39-49) | ||||||
| Transaxle Mounting Insulator & Transaxle Support Bracket Fixing Bolt | 65-80 (88-108) | ||||||
| Water Inlet Fitting Nut | 11-15 (15-20) | ||||||
| Water Temperature Sensor | 15-29 (20-39) | ||||||
| Water Pump Alternator Brace & Fixing Bolt | 15-20 (20-27) | ||||||
| Water Pump & Alternator Brace & Cylinder Block Fixing Bolt | 9-11 (12-15) | ||||||
| Water Pump Bolts | 9-11 (12-15) | ||||||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |||||||
| Air Cleaner Lower Cover Fixing Bolt | 71-89 (8-10) | ||||||
| Air Duct Fixing Bolt | 71-89 (8-10) | ||||||
| Cylinder Head Cover Bolt | 71-80 (8-9) | ||||||
| Engine Cover Bolt | 35-53 (4-6) | ||||||
| Oil Control Valve (OVC) Bolt | 89-106 (10-12) | ||||||
| Oil Pan Bolts | 89-106 (10-12) | ||||||
| Timing Belt Cover Bolts | 71-89 (8-10) | ||||||
| Timing Belt Under Cover Bolt | 89-106 (10-12) | ||||||
| Timing Chain Auto Tensioner Bolt | 71-89 (8-10) | ||||||
| Water Pump Pulley Bolt | 71-89 (8-10) | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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