Timing cover removal and timing procedure for 2018 Kia Sorento 3.3L V6?

Kia Models Forum Sorento
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I’m in the middle of replacing the phaser/timing gear on my 2018 Kia Sorento 3.3L V6. I’ve got the timing cover off to clean up and collect some broken pieces, and I’m setting the timing. Anyone have the steps and torque specs for removing and reinstalling the timing cover, or the procedure for setting the timing?

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I’ve done a similar job on my Sorento. Make sure to get all the broken pieces out—those can cause trouble later. The timing cover bolts usually have torque specs around 18-22 lb-ft, but double-check your manual to be sure.

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@LizCampbell
Good tip. I’m trying to be thorough with cleaning up before putting everything back.

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If you’re looking for a step-by-step, Owen shared some .pdf files with the timing procedure. You might want to check out this link to see if they help.

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Dolph said:
If you’re looking for a step-by-step, Owen shared some .pdf files with the timing procedure. You might want to check out this link to see if they help.

Thanks, I’ll check the files out.

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You’ll want to replace the water pump gasket and a few others. The part numbers Owen provided are: 213553C530 and 213553C550 for the water pump gaskets.

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Amoura said:
You’ll want to replace the water pump gasket and a few others. The part numbers Owen provided are: 213553C530 and 213553C550 for the water pump gaskets.

Perfect, that’s exactly what I needed. I’ll make sure to order those.

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When you’re setting the timing, be precise with aligning the marks. Even a small misalignment can cause issues once the engine is running. It’s a bit tedious, but take your time with it.

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Sage said:
When you’re setting the timing, be precise with aligning the marks. Even a small misalignment can cause issues once the engine is running. It’s a bit tedious, but take your time with it.

Got it. I’m planning to triple-check everything before putting the cover back on.

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Also, make sure to use a new gasket or RTV sealant when reinstalling the timing cover. Reusing the old one can lead to leaks, and it’s not worth having to do the job twice.

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rick said:
Also, make sure to use a new gasket or RTV sealant when reinstalling the timing cover. Reusing the old one can lead to leaks, and it’s not worth having to do the job twice.

Definitely planning to use new gaskets. Thanks for the reminder.