Kia Optima 3 (2011-2015) Torque Spec Settings
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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 | |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 34 | 25 | Minimum torque |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 44 | 32 | Maximum torque |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 34 | 25 | Minimum torque |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 44 | 32 | Maximum torque |
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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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- Production years: 2011 - 2015
- Generation: 3
- Type of van: car
- Model variant: Base
- Also known as:
All Torque Settings in Tables
engine torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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drivetrain torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Flywheel/Flex plate | Drive plate | 118 | 87 | Minimum torque |
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Flywheel/Flex plate | Drive plate | 128 | 94 | Maximum torque |
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steering torque settings
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exhaust torque settings
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brakes torque settings
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suspension torque settings
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general torque settings
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