Safety Warning
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.
2016 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fuel Delivery System
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | kgf.m | N.m | lb-ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank mounting bolt | 4.0 ~ 5.5 | 39.2 ~ 54.0 | 28.9 ~ 39.8 |
| Fuel pump plate cover mounting bolt | 0.2 ~ 0.3 | 2.0 ~ 2.9 | 1.4 ~ 2.2 |
| Accelerator pedal module mounting nut | 1.3 ~ 1.6 | 12.8 ~ 15.7 | 9.4 ~ 11.6 |
| Accelerator pedal module mounting bolt | 0.8 ~ 1.2 | 7.8 ~ 11.8 | 5.8 ~ 8.7 |
| Fuel tube clamp mounting nut | 0.4 ~ 0.6 | 3.9 ~ 5.9 | 2.9 ~ 4.3 |
| Delivery pipe mounting bolt | 1.9 ~ 2.4 | 18.6 ~ 23.5 | 13.7 ~ 17.4 |
| High pressure fuel pump mounting bolt | 1.3 ~ 1.5 | 12.8 ~ 14.7 | 9.4 ~ 10.9 |
| High pressure fuel pipe flange nut | 2.7 ~ 3.3 | 26.5 ~ 32.4 | 19.5 ~ 23.9 |
| High pressure fuel pipe function block mounting bolt | 1.0 ~ 1.2 | 9.8 ~ 11.8 | 7.2 ~ 8.7 |
Factory Service Tools
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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.