Fastener Tightening Specifications

2006 Chevrolet SSR AutomaticSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Battery Box Rear Cover Nuts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Battery Box Slide Nuts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Battery Box to Frame Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Battery Box Upper Cover Nuts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Battery Hold Down Retainer Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Engine Wiring Harness Auxiliary Negative Battery Cable Bolt 16 N.m 12 lb ft
Engine Wiring Harness Ground Bolt 16 N.m 12 lb ft
Forward Lamp Wiring Harness Ground/Negative Cable Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Generator Bolt (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Generator Bracket Bolt (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Generator Cable Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Ground Strap Bolt to Engine 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Ground Strap Nut to Frame 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Negative Battery Cable Bolt 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Negative Cable Nut to Frame 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Positive Battery Cable at Junction Box 6 N.m 53 lb in
Positive Battery Cable Bolt 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Positive Cable at Underhood Bussed Electrical Center (UBEC) Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Starter Bolt (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Starter Lead Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Starter Solenoid Nut 3.4 N.m 30 lb in
Surge Tank Bolt/Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Transmission Cover Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.