Fastener Tightening Specifications

1999 Chevrolet Pickup K1500, 5.7 RSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Metric English
Accumulator Cover to Case Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Case Extension to Case Bolt 42.0--48.0 N.m 31--35 lb ft
Case Extension to Case Bolt (4WD Shipping) 11.2--22.6 N.m 8.3--16.7 lb ft
Converter Cover Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Converter Housing to Case Screw 65.0--75.0 N.m 48--55 lb ft
Cooler Pipe Connector 35.0--41.0 N.m 26--30 lb ft
Detent Spring to Valve Body Bolt 20.0--27.0 N.m 15--20 lb ft
Floor shift Control Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Flywheel to Torque Converter Bolt 63 N.m 46 lb ft
Forward Accumulator Cover to Valve Body Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Heat Shield to Transmission Bolt 17 N.m 13 lb ft
Line Pressure Plug 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Manual Shaft to Inside Detent Lever Nut 27.0--34.0 N.m 20--25 lb ft
Negative Battery Cable Bolt 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Oil Level Indicator Bolt 47 N.m 35 lb ft
Oil Pan to Transmission Case Bolt 11 N.m 97 lb in
Oil Passage Cover to Case Bolt 8--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Park Brake Bracket to Case Bolt 27.0--34.0 N.m 20--25 lb ft
Park/Neutral Position Switch Screw 3 N.m 27 lb in
Plate to Case Bolt (Shipping) 27.0--34.0 N.m 20--25 lb ft
Plate to Converter Bolt (Shipping) 27.0--34.0 N.m 20--25 lb ft
Plug Assembly, Automatic Transmission Oil Pan (C/K) 30--40 N.m 22.1--29.5 lb ft
Plug Assembly, Automatic Transmission Oil Pan (Y) 28--32 N.m 20.7--23.6 lb ft
Pressure Control Solenoid Bracket to Valve Body Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Pump Assembly to Case Bolt 26.0--32.0 N.m 19--24 lb ft
Pump Cover to Pump Body Bolt 20.0--27.0 N.m 15--20 lb ft
Shift Cable Grommet Screw 1.7 N.m 15 lb in
Shift Control Cable Attachment 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Speed Sensor Retainer Bolt 10.5--13.5 N.m 7.7--10 lb ft
Stud, Automatic Transmission Case Extension (Y-car) 18.0--22.0 N.m 13--16 lb ft
TCC Solenoid Assembly to Case Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Transmission Fluid Pressure Manual Valve Position Switch to Valve Body Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
Transmission Mount to Transmission Bolt 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Transmission Mount Retaining Nut 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Transmission Oil Cooler Pipe Fitting 35.0--41.0 N.m 26--30 lb ft
Transmission Oil Pan to Case Bolt 9.5--13.8 N.m 7--10 lb ft
Transmission to Engine Bolt 47 N.m 35 lb ft
Valve Body to Case Bolt 8.0--14.0 N.m 6--10 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.