Fastener Tightening Specifications

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Application Specification
Metric English
Belt Assembly Anchor Bolt 70 N.m 52 lb ft
Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Center Pillar Upper Assist Handle Screws 1.2 N.m 10 lb in
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Coat Hook Screws 9 N.m 80 lb in
Floor Console Bolts 6 N.m 53 lb in
Front Floor Console Rear Cupholder Screw 2 N.m 18 lb in
Jack and Tool Stowage Container Retaining Nut 5 N.m 44 lb in
Liftgate Trim Finish Panel Screw 2 N.m 18 lb in
Overhead Console Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Quarter Panel Trim Armrest Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Quarter Panel Trim Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Rear Assist Handle Screws 6 N.m 53 lb in
Side Door Armrest Bolt 2 N.m 18 lb in
Side Door Trim Panel Bolt 2 N.m 18 lb in
Sunshade Screws 6 N.m 53 lb in
Tool Storage Compartment Bracket Nuts 50 N.m 36 lb ft
Tool Storage Compartment Nuts 10 N.m 88 lb in
Windshield Side Garnish Molding Screws 2 N.m 18 lb in
Windshield Side Pillar Assist Handle Screws 6 N.m 53 lb in
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