Kia Optima 3 (2011-2015) Torque Spec Settings

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Kia Optima 3 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Kia Optima 3

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to
Transmission fluid pan	Oil drain plug	34	25	Minimum torque	T-GDI 2.0 Gasoline Engine
Transmission fluid pan	Oil drain plug	44	32	Maximum torque	T-GDI 2.0 Gasoline Engine
Transmission fluid pan	Oil drain plug	34	25	Minimum torque	Theta-II 2.4 GDI Gasoline Engine
Transmission fluid pan	Oil drain plug	44	32	Maximum torque	Theta-II 2.4 GDI Gasoline Engine

To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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All Torque Settings in Tables

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate	Drive plate	118	87	Minimum torque	T-GDI 2.0 Gasoline Engine A/T
Flywheel/Flex plate	Drive plate	128	94	Maximum torque	T-GDI 2.0 Gasoline Engine A/T

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to

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