Fastener Tightening Specifications

2009 Chevrolet Uplander LT, 3.9 MSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
Application Specification
Metric English
Anchor Cable Nut (at Console Support Bracket) 10 N.m 89 lb in
Ignition Switch Screws 1.25 N.m 11 lb in
Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt 48 N.m 35 lb ft
Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt at Gear 48 N.m 35 lb ft
Intermediate Steering Shaft Seal Bolts 3 N.m 27 lb in
Linear Shift Assembly Screw 10 N.m 89 lb in
Multifunction Switch Screws 3 N.m 26 lb in
Shift Lever Set Screw 7 N.m 62 lb in
Steering Column Bolts (at Instrument Panel Lower Bracket) 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Steering Column Nuts (at Instrument Panel Upper Bracket) 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Steering Column Support Bolts (Internal) 17 N.m 13 lb ft
Steering Column Tilt Lever Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Steering Wheel Nut * 41 N.m 30 lb ft
Steering Wheel Rear Bezel Screws 3 N.m 27 lb in
Trim Cover Screws - Lower 1.5 N.m 13 lb in
Trim Cover Screws - Upper 3.5 N.m 31 lb in
* This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
  • The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust
  • The fastener develops a specified amount of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.

    Refer to the appropriate service procedure for the prevailing torque value.


If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
RENDER: 1.0x

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