Repair Procedures: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Forte5 and 2018 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the ignition coil.
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plug (A).
NOTE: Be careful that no contaminants enter into spark plug holes.

[Gamma 1.6 T-GDI]

Fig 1: Locating Spark Plug (Gamma 1.6 T-GDI)
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Nu 2.0 MPI]

Fig 2: Locating Spark Plug (NU 2.0 MPI)
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Nu 2.0 GDI]

Fig 3: Locating Spark Plug (NU 2.0 GDI)
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening Torque:

14.7 - 24.5 N.m (1.5 - 2.5 kgf.m, 10.8 - 18.0 lb-ft)