I need to know the torque specs for the valve cover gasket replacement on the vehicle listed above EX model.
Jan 17, 2023 at 10:52 AM
2011 Kia Sorento Valve Cover Torque Specs Fix
AMBERBLEV
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Hi,
If you look at the attached picture below, it provides the torque specifications and the tightening sequence.
When you tighten these, it is a two-step process. First, you will tighten them to approximately 3.5 ft/lbs and then a second pass to approximately 7 ft/lbs.
Let me know if this helps.
Take care,
Joe
See pic below.
If you look at the attached picture below, it provides the torque specifications and the tightening sequence.
When you tighten these, it is a two-step process. First, you will tighten them to approximately 3.5 ft/lbs and then a second pass to approximately 7 ft/lbs.
Let me know if this helps.
Take care,
Joe
See pic below.
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Jan 17, 2023 at 11:44 AM
Suggested Repair
Tighten the valve cover bolts in two steps, first to about 3.5 ft-lbs and then to about 7 ft-lbs, following the specified tightening sequence.
Conversation Summary
The owner of a 2011 Kia Sorento EX asked for valve cover gasket torque specs. The expert said tightening is a two-step process: about 3.5 ft-lbs on the first pass and about 7 ft-lbs on the second, using the sequence shown in an attached picture.