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2016 KIA FORTE

1.8L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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steering

Steering Coupler Torque Specs

for 2016 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Cover Screws
8 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Mounting Bolts
19 lb-ft · 26 Nm
Power Steering Line Fittings
Critical
Use new O-rings | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
Rack Bolts
Critical
71 lb-ft · 97 Nm
Steering Rack Bolts
Critical
⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
74 lb-ft · 100 Nm
Tie Rod End Castle Nut
Critical
Use new cotter pin | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
41 lb-ft · 55 Nm
Tie Rod Nut
Critical
38 lb-ft · 52 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
95 lb-ft · 129 Nm
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