Torque Specifications

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Torque Specifications
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Battery Terminal Bolts 13 (17)
Diesel (6.5L Engine) Only
Battery Cable-To-Solenoid 12 (16)
Starter Bracket Bolt-To-Engine 13 (17)
Starter Mounting Bolts 33 (45)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Diesel (6.5L Engine) Only
Ignition Switch Wires-To-Solenoid 53 (6)
Starter Retaining Nut-To-Engine Bracket 89 (10)
Gasoline Only
Battery Cable-To-Solenoid 89 (10)
Ignition Switch Wires-To-Solenoid 18 (2)
Heat Shield Bolts 27 (3)
Heat Shield Nuts 53 (6)
Starter Field Lead Nut 97 (11)
(1) All specifications are for all engines, unless otherwise specified.
RENDER: 1.0x

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