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2012 KIA OPTIMA

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Timing Chain Tensioner Torque Specs

for 2012 Kia Optima 2.4L I4 · FWD
Units

4 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
Critical
133 lb-ft · 180 Nm
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt
Critical
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts (8mm)
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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