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2001 Kia Spectra Repair Question


Topics covered: Head bolts, Cylinder head, Engine.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on March 11, 2009

Head bolts

Engine Mechanical problem
2001 Kia Spectra 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 103000 miles

I have to replace the head on this kia do I have to replace the head bolts?
Avatar Asked by robertmcnabb

Answer

Replied on March 11, 2009

Not unless they are damaged. Clean the cylinder head bolts and the threads in the block. Be sure the bolts turn freely in the block. If they do then no need for replacing them.

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