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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1647 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Brake Hose Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Brake Hose Clip Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Hub and Bearing Assembly to Steering Knuckle Bolts | 180 N.m | 133 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint Stud Nut | 125 N.m | 92 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm to Frame Nuts | 175 N.m | 129 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Module to Frame Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Module to Lower Control Arm Bolt - 1500 Series | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Electrical Connector | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Nut - 1500 Series | 890 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Nut - 2500 Series | 24 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber to Lower Control Arm Bolts - 2500 Series | 80 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Spring Jounce Bumper Nut - 2500 Series | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts - 1500 Series | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts - 2500 Series | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Torsion Bar Crossmember to Frame Bushing Bolt | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Torsion Bar Support Link Bolt | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Upper Ball Joint Stud Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Upper Control Arm to Frame Nuts | 190 N.m | 140 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft to Front Hub Nut | 240 N.m | 177 lb ft |
| Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Bolt | 18 N.m | 13 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:
- 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.