2014-2018 Kia Forte Harmonic Balancer Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Kia Forte

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (9 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Harmonic Balancer Bolt	180	133	Often TTY, may need impact \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—

The primary torque specification for harmonic balancer on a 2014-2018 Kia Forte is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 9 torque specifications for harmonic balancer on the 2014-2018 Kia Forte 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.