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Frame and Underbody: Specifications Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Assist Step Body Mounting Bolts90 N.m66 lb ft
Assist Step Center Bracket Bolt45 N.m33 lb ft
Body Mounting Bolt60 N.m Plus 170 Degrees44 lb ft Plus 170 Degrees
Crossmember - Front Engine Bolts LD105 N.m77 lb ft
Crossmember - Front Engine Bolts HD70 N.m Plus 110 Degrees52 lb ft Plus 110 Degrees
Engine Protection Shield to Frame Rail Bolts20 N.m15 lb ft
Engine Splash Shield Bolts12 N.m106 lb in
Frame Brace to Frame Bolts50 N.m37 lb ft
Oil Pan Skid Plate Bolts28 N.m21 lb ft
Steering Gear Shield (9D/0320A SHIELD-STRG LNKG)20 N.m15 lb ft
Tow Hook to Frame Rail Bolts85 N.m63 lb ft
Trailer Hitch to Frame Bolts100 N.m75 lb ft
Trailer Hitch to Frame Nuts113 N.m83 lb ft
Transfer Case Shield Bolts20 N.m15 lb ft
Transmission Mount to Support Bolts40 N.m30 lb ft
Transmission Support to Frame Bolts95 N.m70 lb ft

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Tow Hook Replacement (1500/2500 Series)
CalloutComponent Name
1Tow Hook Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 85 N.m (63 lb ft)
2Tow Hook Nut (Qty: 2) Tighten: 85 N.m (63 lb ft)
3Tow Hook Bolt (Qty: 2)
4Tow Hook (Qty: 2)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Tow Hook Replacement (2500HD/3500 Series)
CalloutComponent Name
1Tow Hook Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 85 N.m (63 lb ft)
2Tow Hook Nut (Qty: 2) Tighten: 85 N.m (63 lb ft)
3Tow Hook Bolt (Qty: 2)
4Tow Hook (Qty: 2)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .