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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2023MALIBU LTREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTER12 V BATTERY, STARTING AND CHARGING - SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONSFASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
2023 Chevrolet Malibu LT
Fastener Specifications
2023 Chevrolet Malibu LTSECTION Fastener Specifications
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.Β |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Auxiliary Battery Positive Cable Fastener @ Engine Wiring Harness Junction Block | 16 N.m (12 lb ft) |
| Battery Hold Down Bolt (Lower Bolt) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Battery Hold Down Bolt (Upper Retainer Bolt) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Hold Down Nut (Upper Retainer Nut) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Negative Cable Ground Bolt @ Transmission (LFV) | 40 N.m (30 lb ft) |
| Battery Negative Cable Ground Nut @ Frame Rail | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Negative Cable Nut @ Battery Sensor | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Positive Cable Bolt @ High Voltage Battery (HP4) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Battery Positive Cable Nut @ Battery Distribution Fuse Block (HP4) | 16 N.m (12 lb ft) |
| Battery Positive Cable Nut @ Generator (LFV) | 15 N.m (11 lb ft) |
| Battery Positive Cable Nut @ Engine Wiring Harness Junction Block | 16 N.m (12 lb ft) |
| Battery Positive Cable Nut @ Starter Solenoid (LFV) | 13 N.m (115 lb in) |
| Battery Positive Post Clamp Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Post Negative Cable Clamp Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Battery Tray Mounting Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Battery Tray Mounting Nut | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Battery Tray Support Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Body Harness Ground Fastener @ Battery Negative Post (Without KL9) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Body Harness Ground Fastener @ Battery Sensor | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Engine Wiring Harness Fuse Block Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Fuse Block Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Generator Bolt (LFV) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Generator Nut (LFV) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Generator Mounting Stud (LFV) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Multifunction Power Supply Converter Bracket Nut | 6 N.m (53 lb in) |
| Starter Bracket Large Bolt (LFV) | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Starter Bracket Small Bolt (LFV) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Starter Mounting Bolt (LFV) | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Starter Mounting Nut (LFV) | 58 N.m (43 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.