2018 Kia Carnival Oil Drain Plug Torque & Size

The 2018 Kia Carnival oil drain plug torque is 25-33 ft-lbs on a M14x1.5 thread. Fit a new crush washer at every oil change and do not over-tighten — most modern oil pans are soft aluminum and strip easily.

How tight should the 2018 Kia Carnival oil drain plug be?

Torque it to 25-33 ft-lbs with a calibrated torque wrench, not an impact gun. Over-tightening strips the aluminum pan threads; under-tightening leaks. Always replace the crush washer.

What size is the 2018 Kia Carnival oil drain plug?

Check the plug head for the socket or hex size. Thread size: M14x1.5. Many import drain plugs use a hex (Allen) key rather than a socket.

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