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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 868 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Fastener Tightening Specifications
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Shift Lever Screw | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Ignition Switch Assembly Screws | 1.5 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Linear Shift Assembly to Steering Column Mounting Screws | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Gear Pinch Bolt | 48 N.m | 35 lb ft |
| Intermediate Shaft Seal Bolts | 3 N.m | 27 lb in |
| Intermediate Shaft to the Steering Column Pinch Bolt | 48 N.m | 35 lb ft |
| Steering Column Trim Cover Screws Lower | 3.5 N.m | 31 lb in |
| Steering Column Mounting Bolts (Tighten in Sequence) | 24 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Steering Column Support Assembly TORX® Head Screws | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Steering Column Trim Cover Screws Upper | 1.5 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Steering Wheel Nut | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Screws Side | 7 N.m | 62 lb in |
| Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Screws Top | 3 N.m | 30 lb in |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.