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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1535 (REAR DRIVE AXLE)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 | |
| Differential Case Bolts | 55 N.m | 41 lb ft |
| Differential-to-Transmission Bolts and Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Drain Plug | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Driveline Support Assembly-to-Engine Flywheel Housing Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module (EBTCM) LH Mounting Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Fill Plug | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Left Side Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Negative Battery Cable Bolt | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Pinion Housing/Cage Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Pinion Nut | 500 N.m | 370 lb ft |
| Propeller Input Shaft Bearing Positioning Bolts | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Propeller Shaft Hub Clamp Bolt | 130 N.m | 96 lb ft |
| Rear Cover Bolts and Stud | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Rear Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Bolt | 220 N.m | 162 lb ft |
| Rear Suspension Crossmember Mounting Nuts | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Right Side Cover Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Ring Gear Bolts | 195 N.m | 144 lb ft |
| Shift Control Closeout Boot Retaining Nuts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Shift Control Mounting Bolts | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Transaxle Mount Bracket-to-Differential Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Transaxle Mount-to-Bracket Nuts | 59 N.m | 43 lb ft |
| Transaxle Mount-to-Rear Suspension Crossmember Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Transmission Oil Cooler Rear Pipe Fitting-to-Junction Fittings at Engine Flywheel Housing | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Transmission Shift Rod Clamp Bolt | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Transmission Stud Mount Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Transmission Stud-to-Mount | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Transmission Wiring Harness-to-LH Transmission Case Retaining Bolt | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Vehicle Speed Sensor Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 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:
- • 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.