2011-2015 Kia Sorento Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Kia Sorento

Labor Time:25 hours

Torque Values (46 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for engine rebuild on a 2011-2015 Kia Sorento?

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2011-2015 Kia Sorento is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Kia Sorento engine rebuild?

There are 46 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2011-2015 Kia Sorento 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.