Fastener Specifications

2019 Chevrolet Tahoe LS, 4WD, Gas/EthanolSECTION Fastener Specifications
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Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components

Application
NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal.Β 

Front Wheel Bearing Assembly
Single Use Threaded Fastener/Component Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric (English)
NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal.Β 

Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt
  • First Pass:
115 N.m (85 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
60 - 70 Degrees
Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut
  • First Pass:
160 N.m (118 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 - 45 Degrees
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric (English)
NOTE:

All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.Β 

Front Stabilizer Shaft Bolt 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
Front Suspension Strut Mounting Plate Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
Front Suspension Strut Mount Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
Front Suspension Strut Nut 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
Steering Knuckle Nut
  • First Pass:
42 N.m (31 lb ft)
  • Second Pass:
Loosen 120 Degrees
  • Third Pass:
35 N.m (26 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 - 45 Degrees
RENDER: 1.0x

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