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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1729 (REAR WHEEL 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
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Axle Bracket Retaining Bolts/Nuts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Brake Hose Bracket Retaining Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Control Module Bracket to Frame Bolts | 10 N.m | 81 lb in |
| Control Module to Frame Bracket Nuts | 24 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod End Support Clamp | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod End to Steering Gear | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod Jam Nut | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint Pinch Bolt | 230 N.m | 169 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint Retaining Bolts | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod End Retaining Bracket Bolts | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod End Retaining Nut to Steering Knuckle | 55 N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Park Brake Cable Bracket Retaining Bolt | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
| Rear Wheel Position Sensor | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Steering Gear Actuator and Cover Retaining Bolts | 61 N.m | 45 to ft |
| Steering Gear Motor To the Steering Gear, 6 mm bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Steering Gear Motor To the Steering Gear, 4 mm bolts | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Steering Gear Protection Shield Retaining Bolts | 180 N.m | 132 lb ft |
| Upper Ball Joint Retaining Bolts | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Upper Bail Joint Retaining Nut | 200 N.m | 147 lb ft |
| Wheel Hub and Bearing Retaining Bolts | 180 N.m | 132 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Nut | 250 N.m | 184 lb ft |
| Yaw Rate Sensor/Lateral Accelerometer Nuts | 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.