Can a crankshaft bolt be removed on a Sorento?
Yeah, the crankshaft bolt has to be removed in order to get to the timing belt on the Sorento. Also, regarding the recall…supposedly the ‘bad’ crankshaft bolt is a different color (material) than the supposed better new bolt.
Is there a recall on the Sorento 2005?
The Sorento in question (’05) did not qualify for the recall a few years back. Apparently, the recall went through early 2005, by my VIN# came back as not qualifying. Anyway, the issue that I am facing is that the crankshaft bolt is seized up.
Why are timing belts always replaced on Kia?
For some reason KIA didn’t come out with a TSB about not reusing the crankshaft bolt. But those who replace the timing belts on these engine always install a new bolt because it’s a prevailing type torque bolt. A prevailing type torque fastener is one that when initially tightened will not loosen up.
Is the crankshaft pulley bolt on a Kia Sorento broken?
UPDATE: A class action lawsuit brought against Kia Motors in regard to the breakage of the crankshaft pulley bolt on Kia Sorento models with the 3.5L V6 may provide relief to some customers who paid to have the repair performed at a Kia authorized repair facility. There are a few caveats, however:
Where is the harmonic balancer on a Kia Sorento?
The fact that the harmonic balancer almost sits flush on the end of the crank shaft with no woodruff key (just a roll pin) seems to be a bad design too (have not ever seen this done). This 2004 Sorrento now has 160K on it. Very strong engine, still has a drinking problem. I have had the crank shaft bolt break 2x and unscrew 2x.
Is there a problem with the Kia Sorento engine?
Problem Description In order to correct a problem with the Kia Sorento 3.5l V6 engine that results in difficulty starting, engine vibration, or a rattling soundfrom the engine compartment, Kia released an updated crankshaft pulley bolt.
What kind of lock washer does Kia Sorento use?
Put a star lock washer on it. Torqued to 130lb with lock tight RED. A year later it loosened and sheared the timing gear pin (this is much better then shearing off inside the crank shaft like before). Bought another harmonic balancer and crank timing gear.