2024 Kia Niro torque specs

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Lug nuts80 lb-ft108 Nm
Front caliper bracket bolts88 lb-ft120 Nm
Rear caliper bracket bolts74 lb-ft100 Nm
Front axle nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
Outer tie rod end nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm

Maintenance

Differential Service3 specs
- Differential Cover Bolts22.1 lb-ft30 Nm
- Ring Gear Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Fill Plug25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
Tire Rotation2 specs
- Lug Nuts - Alloy WheelsTorque in star pattern, recheck after 50 miles80 lb-ft108 Nm
- Lug Nuts - Steel WheelsTorque in star pattern80 lb-ft108 Nm
Wheel Alignment2 specs
- Cam Bolt (adjustment)88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Tie Rod Lock Nut47.9 lb-ft65 Nm

Brakes

ABS Module2 specs
- ABS Module Mounting Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Brake Line Fitting11.1 lb-ft15 Nm
ABS Pump2 specs
- ABS Module Mounting Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Brake Line Fitting11.1 lb-ft15 Nm
Brake Caliper - Front3 specs
- Bleeder ScrewDo not overtighten7 lb-ft10 Nm
- Brake Line Banjo BoltUse new copper washers18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Caliper Bracket BoltsThreadlocker recommended88 lb-ft120 Nm
Brake Caliper - Rear3 specs
- Bleeder ScrewDo not overtighten7 lb-ft10 Nm
- Brake Line Banjo BoltUse new copper washers18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Caliper Bracket BoltsThreadlocker recommended74 lb-ft100 Nm
Brake Master Cylinder2 specs
- Brake Line FittingsUse flare nut wrench11 lb-ft15 Nm
- Master Cylinder Nuts18 lb-ft25 Nm
Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild3 specs
- Brake Line FittingsUse flare nut wrench11 lb-ft15 Nm
- Master Cylinder Mounting Nuts18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Reservoir Mounting Bolts6 lb-ft8 Nm
Brake Pads - Front3 specs
- Caliper Bracket BoltsThreadlocker recommended88 lb-ft120 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin BoltsApply silicone brake grease26 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug NutsTorque in star pattern80 lb-ft108 Nm
Brake Pads - Rear3 specs
- Caliper Bracket BoltsThreadlocker recommended74 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin BoltsApply silicone brake grease22 lb-ft30 Nm
- Wheel Lug NutsTorque in star pattern80 lb-ft108 Nm
Brake Pads and Rotors - Front4 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts73.8 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Brake Rotor Set Screw3.7 lb-ft5 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Brake Pads and Rotors - Rear4 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Brake Rotor Set Screw3.7 lb-ft5 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Brake Rotor - Front Single3 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts73.8 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Brake Rotor - Rear Single3 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts73.8 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Brake Rotors - Front Pair3 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts73.8 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Brake Rotors - Rear Pair3 specs
- Caliper Bracket Bolts73.8 lb-ft100 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin25.8 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Front Brake Pad Replacement3 specs
- Caliper Bracket BoltsThreadlocker recommended88 lb-ft120 Nm
- Caliper Slide Pin BoltsApply silicone brake grease26 lb-ft35 Nm
- Wheel Lug NutsTorque in star pattern80 lb-ft108 Nm

Engine

Transmission Mount2 specs
- Transmission Mount Bolts44.3 lb-ft60 Nm
- Crossmember Bolt55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
Valve Spring - Single3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Valve Springs - All3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm

Cooling

Coolant Flush2 specs
- Block Drain PlugIf equipped, use new washer18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Drain PetcockPlastic - hand-tight only4 lb-ft5 Nm
Cooling Fan Clutch3 specs
- Pressure Plate Bolt18.4 lb-ft25 Nm
- Flywheel Bolts59 lb-ft80 Nm
- Transmission Bell Housing Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
Heater Core2 specs
- Heater Core Hose Clamp2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
- Dashboard Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
Radiator4 specs
- Drain PetcockPlastic - hand tight4 lb-ft5 Nm
- Radiator Mounting BoltDo not overtighten plastic mounts9 lb-ft12 Nm
- Transmission Cooler LinesIf equipped18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Upper/Lower Hose Clamps2 lb-ft3 Nm
Radiator Removal and Service4 specs
- Drain PetcockPlastic - hand-tight only4 lb-ft5 Nm
- Fan Shroud Bolts7 lb-ft10 Nm
- Radiator Mounting BoltDo not overtighten plastic mounts9 lb-ft12 Nm
- Transmission Cooler LinesIf equipped, use new washers18 lb-ft25 Nm
Thermostat Housing3 specs
- Coolant Outlet/Housing BoltsTighten in sequence9 lb-ft12 Nm
- Coolant Temperature Sensor15 lb-ft20 Nm
- Hose ClampsSpring or constant-tension preferred2 lb-ft3 Nm

Electrical

Battery3 specs
- Battery Hold-Down Bolt6 lb-ft8 Nm
- Battery Terminal BoltsDo not overtighten - can crack terminal4 lb-ft6 Nm
- Battery Tray Bolts9 lb-ft12 Nm
Blower Motor2 specs
- Blower Motor Mounting Screw3 lb-ft4 Nm
- Blower Motor Resistor Screws1.5 lb-ft2 Nm
Blower Motor Control Module1 spec
- Blower Motor Mounting Screw3.7 lb-ft5 Nm
Blower Motor Resistor1 spec
- Blower Motor Mounting Screw3.7 lb-ft5 Nm
Clock Spring3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Door Lock Actuator - Front1 spec
- Door Latch Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
Door Lock Actuator - Rear1 spec
- Door Latch Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
Power Window Motor - Front2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
Power Window Motor - Rear2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
Power Window Regulator - Front2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
Power Window Regulator - Rear2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
Starter Solenoid1 spec
- Starter Mounting Bolt33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
Window Motor and Regulator - Front2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm
Window Motor and Regulator - Rear2 specs
- Window Regulator Bolt7.4 lb-ft10 Nm
- Door Panel Screws2.2 lb-ft3 Nm

Suspension

Ball Joint - Lower3 specs
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Lower Ball Joint Castle Nut55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Ball Joint - Upper1 spec
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Ball Joints - Upper and Lower3 specs
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Lower Ball Joint Castle Nut55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Coil Spring - Front3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Coil Spring - Rear3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Coil Springs - Front Pair3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Coil Springs - Rear Pair3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Control Arm Bushing - Front Lower3 specs
- Control Arm Pivot Bolt88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Control Arm Bushing - Front Upper1 spec
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Control Arm Bushing - Rear3 specs
- Control Arm Pivot Bolt88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Front Struts - Pair3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Front Suspension Rebuild4 specs
- Ball Joint Pinch BoltUse new bolt if locknut style37 lb-ft50 Nm
- Lower Control Arm BoltsTorque at ride height81 lb-ft110 Nm
- Strut Top Mount Nuts18 lb-ft25 Nm
- Sway Bar End Link Nuts44 lb-ft60 Nm
Lower Control Arm - Front3 specs
- Control Arm Pivot Bolt88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Lower Control Arm - Rear3 specs
- Control Arm Pivot Bolt88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Rear Shocks - Pair3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Rear Suspension Service4 specs
- Lower Control Arm BoltsTorque at ride height66 lb-ft90 Nm
- Shock Lower Bolt52 lb-ft70 Nm
- Sway Bar End Link Nuts37 lb-ft50 Nm
- Trailing Arm BoltsTorque at ride height88 lb-ft120 Nm
Shock Absorber Replacement2 specs
- Lower Mount Bolt66 lb-ft90 Nm
- Upper Mount NutUse new self-locking nut41 lb-ft55 Nm
Strut Assembly - Rear3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Strut Bearing3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Strut Mount - Front3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Strut Mount - Rear3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Subframe1 spec
- Subframe Bolts88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
Subframe Bushing1 spec
- Subframe Bolts88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
Sway Bar Link - Front2 specs
- Sway Bar Link Nuts44.3 lb-ft60 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Sway Bar Link - Rear2 specs
- Sway Bar Link Nuts44.3 lb-ft60 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Sway Bar Links - Front Pair2 specs
- Sway Bar Link Nuts44.3 lb-ft60 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Upper Control Arm - Front1 spec
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Upper Control Arm - Rear3 specs
- Control Arm Pivot Bolt88.5 lb-ft120 Nm
- Ball Joint Pinch Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm

Steering

Power Steering Rack3 specs
- Steering Rack Bolts55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Tie Rod End Nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- Steering Line Fitting18.4 lb-ft25 Nm
Tie Rod Assembly3 specs
- Tie Rod End Castle Nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- Tie Rod Lock Nut47.9 lb-ft65 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Tie Rod End - Inner3 specs
- Tie Rod End Castle Nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- Tie Rod Lock Nut47.9 lb-ft65 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Tie Rod End - Outer3 specs
- Tie Rod End Castle Nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- Tie Rod Lock Nut47.9 lb-ft65 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Tie Rods - Both Sides3 specs
- Tie Rod End Castle Nut33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- Tie Rod Lock Nut47.9 lb-ft65 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm

Drivetrain

Axle Shaft - Rear1 spec
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
CV Axle - Front2 specs
- Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
CV Axle - Rear1 spec
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
CV Axles - Front Pair2 specs
- Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Limited Slip Clutch Pack3 specs
- Pressure Plate Bolt18.4 lb-ft25 Nm
- Flywheel Bolts59 lb-ft80 Nm
- Transmission Bell Housing Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
Wheel Bearing - Press-In Front3 specs
- Hub Nut / Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Bolts55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Wheel Bearing - Press-In Rear3 specs
- Hub Nut / Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Bolts55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Wheel Bearing Hub - Front7 specs
- ABS Sensor BoltDo not overtighten7 lb-ft10 Nm
- Axle NutUse new cotter pin after torque184 lb-ft250 Nm
- Caliper Bracket Bolts88 lb-ft120 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Hub BoltsApply threadlocker if specified81 lb-ft110 Nm
- Hub Nut / Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Bolts55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Wheel Bearing Hub - Rear6 specs
- Axle NutUse new cotter pin after torque148 lb-ft200 Nm
- Caliper Bracket Bolts81 lb-ft110 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Hub BoltsApply threadlocker if specified74 lb-ft100 Nm
- Hub Nut / Axle Nut162.3 lb-ft220 Nm
- Wheel Bearing Bolts55.3 lb-ft75 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm

Heating and A/C

AC Clutch Coil3 specs
- Pressure Plate Bolt18.4 lb-ft25 Nm
- Flywheel Bolts59 lb-ft80 Nm
- Transmission Bell Housing Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
AC Compressor3 specs
- AC Compressor Bolts18 lb-ft25 Nm
- AC Line FittingsUse new O-rings, add PAG oil15 lb-ft20 Nm
- Clutch Connector Bolt6 lb-ft8 Nm
AC Compressor Clutch3 specs
- Pressure Plate Bolt18.4 lb-ft25 Nm
- Flywheel Bolts59 lb-ft80 Nm
- Transmission Bell Housing Bolt40.6 lb-ft55 Nm
AC Compressor Oil Add2 specs
- AC Compressor Bolts22.1 lb-ft30 Nm
- AC Line Fitting14.8 lb-ft20 Nm
AC Condenser2 specs
- AC Line FittingsUse new O-rings15 lb-ft20 Nm
- Condenser Mounting Bolts9 lb-ft12 Nm

Body

Hood Strut3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Liftgate Strut3 specs
- Strut Tower Nut36.9 lb-ft50 Nm
- Strut Pinch Bolt66.4 lb-ft90 Nm
- Wheel Lug Nut85 lb-ft115.2 Nm
Rear Window1 spec
- Wiper Arm Nut11.1 lb-ft15 Nm
Windshield1 spec
- Wiper Arm Nut11.1 lb-ft15 Nm
Windshield Molding1 spec
- Wiper Arm Nut11.1 lb-ft15 Nm

EV battery

DC-DC Converter2 specs
- Catalytic Converter Flange Bolt33.2 lb-ft45 Nm
- O2 Sensor29.5 lb-ft40 Nm

Torque is shown in lb-ft with Nm below it. Where a step says to turn, tighten the listed angle after the torque step before it. Use new bolts where the note says so.

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