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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1710 (FRAME AND UNDERBODY)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 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Ball Stud Castle Nut | ||
|
10 N.m | 89 lb in |
|
+ 180° | |
| Frame to Body Bolts | 155 N.m | 114 lb ft |
| Frame Reinforcement-to-Body Bolts (L66 only) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Front Transaxle Mount Through Bolt | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Rear Body Mount Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Rear Transaxle Mount to Frame Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Steering Gear to Frame Bolts | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.