2016-2020 Kia Sorento Steering Coupler Torque Specs

3.3L V6

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Kia Sorento

Labor Time:1 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Rack Bolts	102	75	—
Rack Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for steering coupler on a 2016-2020 Kia Sorento is 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for steering coupler on the 2016-2020 Kia Sorento 3.3L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.