Fastener Tightening Specifications

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Seats Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Actuator Motor Bracket to Seat Adjuster Nut 10 N.m 89 lb in
Adjuster to Floorpan Bolts 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Adjuster Track Cover Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Armrest with Pass-Through Bolts 5 N.m 44 lb in
Bolster Bolts 6 N.m 53 lb in
Child Seat Latch Bracket Bolt 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Child Seat Latch Bracket Nut 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Crossbrace Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Inertia Seat Back Lock Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Power Seat Switch Screws 3 N.m 27 lb in
Rear Seat Back Anchor Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Rear Seat Fold-Down Pivot Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Recliner to Seat Frame Pivot Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Seat Frame to Power Adjuster Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Trim Panel Screws 3 N.m 27 lb in
Vertical Actuator Screws 6 N.m 53 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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