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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 438 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Air Distribution Extension Duct Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Arm Rest Screws | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Assist Handle Nuts | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Audio System Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Cross Car Beam at Hinge Pillars Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Data Link Connector Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Front Floor Console Front Mounting Point Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Front Floor Console Rear of Storage Compartment Base Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Front Floor Console Rear of Transaxle Shift Lever Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Heads Up Display Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Heater A/C Control Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Hood Release Handle Base Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Cluster Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Compartment Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Compartment Door Retractor Cord Bolt | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Compartment Hinge Bolts | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Compartment Latch Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Forward Extension Compartment Bolts | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Instrument Panel Trim Pad at Lower Hinge Pillars Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Instrument Panel Trim Pad at Windshield Bolts | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Overhead Console Screws | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Steering Column Bracket Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Trim Plate Screws | 2 N.m | 18 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:
- 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.