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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1363 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Engine Mount Bracket Bolts, Rear | 64 N.m | 47.2 lb ft |
| Engine Mount Insulator Bolt, Rear | 87 N.m | 64.2 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod End Nut | 49 N.m | 36.1 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Bolt, 2WD | 58 N.m | 42.8 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Bolt, 4WD | 82 N.m | 60.5 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pipe Bracket Bolt | 7.8 N.m | 69.04 lb in |
| Power Steering Pressure Pipe Nut | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pressure Switch | 21 N.m | 15.5 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Housing Bolts | 22 N.m | 16.2 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Inlet Tube Bolt | 12 N.m | 106.2 lb in |
| Power Steering Pump Nuts and Bolts | 37 N.m | 27.3 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Fitting | 69 N.m | 50.9 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Outlet Pipe Bracket Bolt | 7.8 N.m | 69.04 lb in |
| Power Steering Pump Outlet Pipe Fitting | 41 N.m | 30.2 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Rear Bracket Bolt | 37 N.m | 27.3 lb ft |
| Power Steering Return Pipe Nut | 23 N.m | 17.0 lb ft |
| Steering Column Intermediate Shaft Bolt | 35 N.m | 25.8 lb ft |
| Steering Shaft Coupling Bolts | 35 N.m | 25.8 lb ft |
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 74 N.m | 54.6 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.