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2000 KIA SEPHIA

1.8L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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Variable Valve Timing Actuator Torque Specs

for 2000 Kia Sephia 1.8L I4 · FWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Cam Phaser Bolt

Critical

Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

48 lb-ft · 65 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Critical

Hold cam with wrench on hex

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Cover Bolts

11 lb-ft · 15 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Critical

Often TTY - check spec, may require impact

133 lb-ft · 180 Nm

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Gasket Bolts

Critical

14 lb-ft · 19 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

Critical

33 lb-ft · 45 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

19 lb-ft · 26 Nm

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Sensor Bolts

8 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Critical

Install with pin/clip to compress

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm

Critical

Tighten in sequence

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Tighten in sequence

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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VVT Solenoid Bolt

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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