Fastener Tightening Specifications

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Application Specification
Metric English
Battery Hold Down Retainer Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Battery Tray to Battery Tray Reinforcement Bolts 9 N.m 80 lb in
Battery Tray to Auxiliary Underhood Electrical Center 9 N.m 80 lb in
Battery Tray Front Support Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Engine Ground Strap to Front Dash Panel Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Engine Ground Strap to Left Cylinder Head Bolt 16 N.m 12 lb ft
Engine Wiring Harness Ground Lead Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Generator Control Module Ground Strap Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Negative Battery Cable to Engine Block Bolt 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Positive Battery Cable to Mega Fuse Stud Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
Positive Battery Cable to Underhood Electrical Center Nut 9 N.m 80 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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