Fastener Tightening Specifications

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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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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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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