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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 530 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Leaf Spring to Front Hanger Mounting Nut | 100 N.m + additional 210° | 74 lb ft + additional 210° |
| Leaf Spring to Front Hanger Mounting Nut W/14200 GVW | 300N.m + additional 180° | 221 lb ft+ additional 180° |
| Leaf Spring U-Bolts Retaining Nuts (All 1500 Series) | 85 N.m | 63 lb ft |
| Leaf Spring U-Bolts Retaining Nuts (All 2500 Series and 3500 Series | 140 N.m | 103 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts - Lower | 135 N.m | 100 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts - Upper | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Spring Shackle to Frame Mounting Nut | 115 N.m | 85 lb ft |
| Spring Shackle to Leaf Spring Mounting Nut | 85 N.m | 63 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Bolts | 70 N.m | 52 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts | 65 N.m | 48 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.