Kia Forte: Tightening Torques
| Item |
N.m |
kgf.m |
lb-ft |
| Ignition coil installation bolt |
9.8 ~ 11.8 |
1.0 ~ 1.2 |
7.2 ~ 8.7 |
| Spark plug installation |
14.7 ~ 24.5 |
1.5 ~ 2.5 |
10.9 ~ 18.1 |
| Condenser bracket installation bolt |
9.8 ~ 11.8 |
1.0 ~ 1.2 |
7.2 ~ 8.7 |
| Alternator installation bolt [12 mm (0.47 in.)] |
21.6 ~ 32.4 |
2.2 ~ 3.3 |
15.9 ~ 23.9 |
| Alternator installation bolt [14 mm (0.55 in.)] |
29.4 ~ 41.2 |
3.0 ~ 4.2 |
21.7 ~ 30.4 |
| Battery (+) terminal tightening nut |
7.8 ~ 9.8 |
0.8 ~ 1.0 |
5.2 ~ 8.7 |
| Battery (-) terminal tightening nut |
3.9 ~ 5.9 |
0.4 ~ 0.6 |
2.9 ~ 4.3 |
| Battery mounting bracket bolt |
8.8 ~ 13.7 |
0.9 ~1.4 |
6.5 ~10.1 |
| Battery tray installation bolt |
8.8 ~13.7 |
0.9 ~1.4 |
6.5 ~10.1 |
| Battery sensor cable installation bolt |
10.8 ~13.7 |
1.1 ~ 1.4 |
8.0 ~10.1 |
| Starter installation bolt |
49.0 ~ 63.7 |
5.0 ~ 6.5 |
36.2 ~ 47.0 |
Specification
Special Service ToolsBasic Troubleshooting
Basic Troubleshooting Guide
Customer Problem Analysis Sheet
Basic Inspection Procedure
Measuring Condition of Electronic Parts' Resistance
The measured resistance at hig ...
Drive Belt Tensioner Inspection
Check the belt tensioner for excessive foreign substances, crack, damage
or sticking of pivot shaft. Replace if necessary. ...
Maintenance service
You should exercise the utmost care to prevent damage to your vehicle and injury
to yourself whenever performing any maintenance or inspection procedures.
Should you have any doubts concerning the i ...