2006-2010 Kia Optima Oil Pump Torque Specs

2.7L V6

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Kia Optima

Labor Time:6 hours

Torque Values (15 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for oil pump on a 2006-2010 Kia Optima is 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 15 torque specifications for oil pump on the 2006-2010 Kia Optima 2.7L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.