2003 Chevrolet SSR BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specifications
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Accelerator Control Cable Bracket Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Accelerator Pedal Mounting Bolts 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt 29 N.m 21 lb ft
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Engine Sight Shield Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Engine Sight Shield Bracket Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) Valve Bolts (First Pass) 10 N.m 89 lb in
EGR Valve Bolts (Final Pass) 25 N.m 18 lb ft
EGR Valve Pipe-to-Cylinder Head Bolts 50 N.m 37 lb ft
EGR Valve Pipe-to-Exhaust Manifold Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
EGR Valve Pipe-to-Intake Manifold 12 N.m 106 lb in
Engine Wiring Harness Retaining Nut 5.5 N.m 49 lb in
EVAP Canister Bracket Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
EVAP Canister Mounting Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
EVAP Canister Mounting Nuts 10 N.m 89 lb in
EVAP Canister Purge Valve Shoulder Bolt 10.5 N.m 93 lb in
EVAP Canister Vent Valve Bracket Mount Bolt 12 N.m 106 lb in
Fuel Fill Hose Clamp 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
Fuel Fill Pipe Bracket Bolt 12 N.m 106 lb in
Fuel Fill Pipe Ground Strap Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Fuel Fill Pipe Housing to Fill Pipe Bolts 2.3 N.m 20 lb in
Fuel Fill Vent Hose Clamps 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
Fuel Filler Bracket Bolt 12 N.m 106 lb in
Fuel Filter Bracket Bolt 12 N.m 106 lb in
Fuel Filter Fitting 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Fuel Rail Attaching Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Fuel Rail Crossover Pipe Retainer Clip Attaching Screw 3.8 N.m 34 lb in
Fuel Return Pipe Attaching Screw 5 N.m 44 lb in
Fuel Tank Shield-to-Frame Bolts 18 N.m 13 lb ft
Fuel Tank Strap Bolts 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve Attaching Screws 3 N.m 27 lb in
Ignition Coil Mounting Bolts 8 N.m 71 lb in
Intake Manifold Sight Shield Fasteners 10 N.m 89 lb in
Knock Sensor (KS) 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector End Bolts 8 N.m 71 lb in
Throttle Body Attaching Bolts and Nuts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Attaching Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Upper Engine Wiring Harness Nut 5.5 N.m 49 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.

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