2016 Chevrolet SS Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Battery Hold Down Retainer Fastener 17 N.m 13 lb ft
Battery Hold Down Strap Retainer 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Battery Negative Cable Post Fastener 5 N.m 44 lb in
Battery Negative Cable to Ground Fastener 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Battery Positive Cable Extension Cable to Junction Block Fastener 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Battery Positive Cable Post Fastener 5 N.m 44 lb in
Battery Positive Cable to Accessory Wiring Junction Block Fastener 9 N.m 80 lb in
Battery Positive Cable to Generator Fastener 10 N.m 89 lb in
Battery Positive Cable to Plenum Fastener 15 N.m 11 lb ft
Body Harness Terminal to Negative Battery Cable Fastener 9 N.m 80 lb in
Engine Ground Cable to Body Fastener 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Engine Ground Cable to Engine Block Fastener 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Engine Wiring and Battery Positive Cable Bracket to Engine Block Stud Fastener (LS3) 9 N.m 80 lb in
Engine Wiring and Battery Positive Cable Conduit Fastener (LS3) 9 N.m 80 lb in
Generator Brace Fastener (LS3) 58 N.m 43 lb ft
Generator Bracket Fastener 58 N.m 43 lb ft
Generator Mounting Fastener (LS3) 58 N.m 43 lb ft
Starter Heat Shield Fastener (LS3) 5 N.m 44 lb in
Starter Mounting Fastener (LS3) 58 N.m 43 lb ft
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  • • 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.