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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 261 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Electronic Power Steering Control Module Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Pitman Arm Nut (at the Relay Rod) | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Pitman Arm Nut (at the Steering Gear) | 250 N.m | 184 lb ft |
| Power Brake Booster Inlet Hose Fitting | 32 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Power Steering Assist Motor Bolt | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Power Steering Fluid Cooler Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Stud | 58 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Fitting | 32 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Retaining Plate Bolt | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Power Steering Pump Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Fitting | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Bolt (Non-Rack and Pinion) | 150 N.m | 110 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Bolt (Rack and Pinion Left Side) | 200 N.m | 148 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Bolt (Rack and Pinion Right Side) | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Fitting | 34 N.m | 25 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Pitman Shaft and Housing Cover Bolt | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Lash Adjuster Lock Nut | 49 N.m | 36 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Rack Bearing Adjuster Plug Lock Nut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod (Hybrid) | 145 N.m | 107 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod (Non-Hybrid) | 150 N.m | 111 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Shield Bolt | 12 N.m | 111 lb in |
| Steering Shaft Coupling Bolt | 47 N.m | 45 lb ft |
| Stub Shaft Housing Bolt | 62 N.m | 46 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.