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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 989 (POWER 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 | |
| Accessory Mounting Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Accessory Mounting Bracket Nuts | 41 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Ball Guide Screws | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Battery Junction Block Retaining Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Connector Fitting Assembly | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Coupling Shield and Lock Nut | 109 N.m | 80 lb ft |
| Cylinder End Fitting | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Filler Neck Retaining Nut | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Front Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Gear To Frame Bolts (Non-Rack and Pinion) | 150 N.m | 110 lb ft |
| Gear To Frame Bolts (Rack and Pinion) | 185 N.m | 136 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod to Steering Gear | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Intermediate Shaft Coupling Pinch Bolt | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod to the Steering Knuckle | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Pitman Arm to Gear Nut | 250 N.m | 184 lb ft |
| Pitman Arm to Relay Rod Nut | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Pitman Shaft Cover Bolts (670 Gear) | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Pitman Shaft Cover Bolts (700 Gear) | 60 N.m | 45 lb ft |
| Power Steering Cooler Mounting Bolts | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Power Steering Mounting Bolts and Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bracket Bolts (6.6L Diesel) | 46 N.m | 34 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts (Parallel Hybrid Truck) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bracket Bolts (Parallel Hybrid Truck) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Pressure Hose Fitting (Parallel Hybrid Truck) | 32 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Studs | 58 N.m | 43 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Wiring Harness Ground Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Power Steering Rear Bracket Retaining Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Pressure Hose Connection (At Gear) | 28 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Pressure Hose Connection (At Pump) | 28 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Ground Strap Retaining Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Rack and Pinion Adjuster Lock Nut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Cylinder Fittings | 28 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Hex Lock Nut | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Piston Plug | 150 N.m | 111 lb ft |
| Rear Pump Mounting Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stub Shaft Housing Bolts | 63 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Valve End Fitting | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Variable Assist Steering Actuator | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
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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.