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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 597 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE)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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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Differential Adjuster Lock Nut Bolt | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Differential Carrier Assembly Case Bolts 8.25 Axle | 73 N.m | 54 lb ft |
| Differential Carrier Assembly Case Bolts 9.25 Axle | 47 N.m | 35 lb ft |
| Differential Carrier Assembly Mounting Bolts and Nuts | 100 N.m | 75 lb ft |
| Differential Carrier Bracket to Frame Nuts | 100 N.m | 75 lb ft |
| Front Differential Carrier Shield Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Front Drive Axle Actuator | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Inner Shaft Housing to Bracket Nuts | 100 N.m | 75 lb ft |
| Inner Shaft Housing to Differential Carrier Assembly Bolts 8.25 Axle | 55 N.m | 41 lb ft |
| Inner Shaft Housing to Differential Carrier Assembly Bolts 9.25 Axle | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt, 9.25 Axle | 53 N.m | 39 lb ft |
| Plug, Drain and Fill | 33 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Ring Gear Bolts, 8.25 Axle | 120 N.m | 89 lb ft |
| Ring Gear Bolts, 9.25 Axle | 138 N.m | 102 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Link Nut | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Vent Hose Connector | 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft Inboard Flange Bolts | 79 N.m | 58 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft to Front Hub Nut | 240 N.m | 177 lb ft |
| Yoke Retainer Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 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.