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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURESENGINE COOLINGSERVICEENGINE COOLING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Engine Cooling Torque Specifications
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Engine Cooling Torque Specifications
ENGINE COOLING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A/C Condenser Bolt | 21 (28) | ||
| Coolant Heater Bolt | 37 (50) | ||
| Cooling Fan Nut | 41 (56) | ||
| Engine Harness Bracket Bolt (4.2L) | 33 (45) | ||
| Fan Blade Bolt | 20 (27) | ||
| Fan Shroud Bolt | 21 (28) | ||
| Thermostat Housing Bolt | |||
| 4.2L | 10 (14) | ||
| 5.3L | 11 (15) | ||
| Water Pump Bolt | |||
| 4.2L | 10 (14) | ||
| 5.3L | |||
| First Pass | 11(15) | ||
| Final Pass | 22 (30) | ||
| Water Pump Pulley Bolt (4.2L) | 18 (25) | ||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β | |||
| Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp Screw (5.3L) | 89 (10) | ||
| Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (5.3L) | 62 (7) | ||
| Auxiliary Heater Inlet & Outlet Hose/Pipe Nut (5.3L) | 89 (10) | ||
| Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Stud/Bolt (5.3L) | 106 (12) | ||
| Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Cover Bolt (5.3L) | 106 (12) | ||
| Coolant Recovery Reservoir Bolt | 106 (12) | ||
| Coolant Recovery Reservoir Nut | 89 (10) | ||
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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.