2003 Chevrolet SSR BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Bolts 7 N.m 62 lb in
Catalytic Converter to Muffler Nuts 45 N.m 33 lb ft
Exhaust Manifold Bolts
  • First Pass
 25 N.m 18 lb ft
  • Second Pass
 25 N.m 18 lb ft
  • Third Pass
 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Nuts 9 N.m 80 lb in
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Studs 10 N.m 89 lb in
Exhaust Pipe to Manifold Nuts 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Heated Oxygen Sensor 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Left Exhaust Hanger Bolts/Nuts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Park Brake Cable to Frame Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Rear Brake Hose to Frame Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Rear Lower Shock Bolt 80 N.m 59 lb ft
Right Exhaust Hanger Nuts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
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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.

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