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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Section 921 (Lighting Systems): Specifications
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Ashtray Housing to Instrument Panel Screws | 1.9 N.m | 17 lb in |
| Ballast and Ballast Subplate to Ballast Support Bracket Fastener | 8.5 N.m | 75 lb in |
| Ballast Subplate Fasteners | 5 N.m | 45 lb in |
| Ballast Support Bracket to Vehicle Fastener | 8 N.m | 70 lb in |
| Dome Lamp Base to High Mount Stoplamp Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Dome Lamp to High Mount Stoplamp Screws (Pickup) | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Front Fog lamp Bolts | 10 N.m | 88 lb in |
| Ground Wire Screw to the Hood | 1.9 N.m | 17 lb in |
| Headlamp Mounting Bracket Bolts | 1 N.m | 9 lb in |
| Headlamp Mounting Bracket Flange Nut | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Headlamp Starter Cable Screws | 0.7 N.m | 6 lb in |
| Headlamp Starter Screws | 1 N.m | 9 lb in |
| Headlamp Switch Panel to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Screws | 1 N.m | 9 lb in |
| High Mount Stoplamp Lens Screws (Pickup) | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| High Mount Stoplamp to Endgate Window Screws (Utility) | 1.4 N.m | 12 lb in |
| High Mount Stoplamp to Roof Screws (Utility) | 1.4 N.m | 12 lb in |
| License Plate Lamp to License Plate Bracket Screws | 1.4 N.m | 12 lb in |
| Sunshade to Vehicle Screws | 1.9 N.m | 17 lb in |
| Taillamp Assembly to Vehicle Screws | 1.9 N.m | 17 lb in |
| Underhood Lamp to Hood Screws | 1.9 N.m | 17 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.