2001-2005 Kia Rio Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

1.5L I4

Applies to 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Kia Rio

Labor Time:25 hours

Torque Values (25 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	19	14	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	45	33	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	10	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2001-2005 Kia Rio is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

There are 25 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2001-2005 Kia Rio 1.5L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.