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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1038 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Axle Shaft Nut | 240 N.m | 177 lb ft |
| Brake Hose Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Brake Hose Clip Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Hub and Bearing Assembly to Steering Knuckle Bolts | 180 N.m | 133 lb ft |
| Jounce Bumper Stud Nut | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint Stud Nut | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint to Lower Control Arm Nuts | 70 N.m | 52 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm to Frame Nuts | 175 N.m | 129 lb ft |
| Oil Pan Skid Plate Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Tennon Nut (4WD) | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber to Lower Control Arm Bolts (2WD) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber to Lower Control Arm Nut (4WD) | 80 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Torsion Bar Crossmember Bolts | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Torsion Bar Support Mounting Nuts | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Upper Ball Joint Stud Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Upper Control Arm to Frame Nuts | 190 N.m | 140 lb ft |
| Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Bolt | 18 N.m | 13 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:
- 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.