Engine Cooling Torque Specifications

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Engine Cooling Torque Specifications
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ENGINE COOLING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs (N.m)
Air Conditioning Condenser Bolt 21 (28)
Coolant Heater 37 (50)
Cooling Fan Nut 41 (56)
Engine Harness Bracket Bolt (4.2L) 33 (45)
Fan Blade Bolt 20 (27)
Fan Shroud Bolt 21 (28)
Thermostat Housing Bolt (5.3L) 11 (15)
Water Pump Bolt (5.3L)
First Pass 11 (15)
Final Pass 22 (30)
Water Pump Pulley Bolt (4.2L) 18 (25)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Bolt (5.3L) 89 (10)
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (5.3L) 62 (7)
Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose/Pipe Nut (5.3L) 89 (10)
Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Bolt (5.3L) 106 (12)
Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Cover Bolt (5.3L) 106 (12)
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Bolt 106 (12)
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Nut 89 (10)
Thermostat Housing Bolt (4.2L) 89 (10)
Water Pump Bolt (4.2L) 89 (10)
RENDER: 1.0x

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