2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nut torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), tightened with a 22mm (13/16") socket on M14x1.5 studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass.

Lug nut torque: 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm (13/16") · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

GM lug-nut torque clusters around 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) for half-ton Silverado/Sierra and 100 ft-lbs for passenger cars like Malibu, Impala, and Cruze. GM heavy-duty trucks (2500HD/3500HD) jump to 165 ft-lbs. Most GM passenger cars use a 19mm socket; trucks moved from 22mm to 22mm-with-deep-well in 2014. Watch for GM's flat-flange lug nut design on the Silverado — the standard cone-seat aftermarket lugs will not seat correctly.

Common fastener categories on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Repair guidance for this model year

Heads up for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners: Vehicles this age frequently have seized fasteners due to thread corrosion. Apply penetrating oil (PB Blaster, Kroil) 24 hours before any wrenching, and have a thread chaser on hand. Lug studs are particularly prone to thread damage at this age; if a nut spins on without engaging, the stud is stretched and must be replaced before the wheel goes back on.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), using a 22mm (13/16") socket on M14x1.5 thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 uses a 22mm (13/16") socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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All 189 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 6 of the 189 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. At the wheel cylinder to brake backing plate, the rear drum brake wheel cylinder bolts torques to 11-17 ft-lbs (typical GM range for wheel cylinder mounting bolts) (13 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the caliper guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.75 (pin bolt) stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (front caliper slide pin bolts). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Front brake caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts tightens to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 or M16x1.5 (18 mm hex head) threads, located at the caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts to steering knuckle. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The rear brake caliper bracket bolts (disc brake trucks) uses a 18 mm drive on a M16x1.5 (18 mm hex) thread, torqued to 148 ft-lbs (Gen3 K2XX 2014 confirmed by TRQ repair video) at the rear caliper bracket to rear axle/knuckle flange. At the front abs sensor to wheel bearing hub, the abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front) torques to 115 in-lbs (9.6 ft-lbs) — Gen1 GMT800 (1999-2006 per TRQ video); 13 ft-lbs — Gen2 GMT900 (2007-2013 per Merchant Auto FSM) (3/16 in Allen (Gen1); varies Gen2 drive, 3/16 Allen head thread).

Engine — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block, plan for a 15 mm / 13 mm tool on a M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator) (alternator (generator) bolts). Cylinder head bolts — gen v lt (2014 k2xx) tightens to All 20 bolts Step 1 = 59 ft-lbs; All 20 Step 2 = +90 degrees; 19 standard bolts Step 3 = +60 degrees; Allen bolt (LH head, front-most position) Step 3 = +40 degrees, takes a 13 mm / 6 mm Allen driver, runs on M11x2.0 and M8x1.25 threads, located at the 20 head bolts per head (19 standard + 1 allen-head on lh head). The cam actuator (vvt) solenoid bolts uses a 8 mm / 10 mm depending on bracket drive on a M6 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LS with VVT — LC9, LY5, LMG, L9H, 2007+); 106 in-lbs (camshaft position sensor bolt, all Gen III) at the front of engine block / timing cover, vvt solenoid mounting. At the front of crankshaft, the harmonic balancer (crankshaft damper) bolt torques to TTY PROCEDURE — Step 1 (old bolt, installation pass to seat balancer): 240 ft-lbs. Step 2 (NEW bolt only): 37 ft-lbs, then +140 degrees. (1-1/16 in (27 mm) 12-point socket drive, M21x1.5 (large crankshaft thread) thread). For the connecting rod big-end cap, plan for a 9 mm or T-40 Torx tool on a M9x1.25 (bolts have retaining sleeve) stud; final torque is Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +75 degrees (connecting rod bolts (second design — most common, 1999+)). Oil drain plug tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bottom of oil pan. OEM-verified spec. The oil filter uses a Oil filter wrench (65 mm or 14-flute cap type) drive on a 3/4"-16 (SAE spin-on thread) thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the oil filter mount on engine block or adapter. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the block-side of front engine mount bracket, the engine mount stud / bolt to engine block torques to 37 ft-lbs (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT) (timing chain guide bolts). Valve (rocker arm) cover bolts tightens to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the valve cover to cylinder head, each bank. The main bearing cap side bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (Gen III/IV iron block). 22 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen V LT aluminum block 2014). at the main bearing caps, side bolts (horizontal). At the front of block, cam retainer/thrust plate, the camshaft retainer plate bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (standard hex bolts); 11 ft-lbs (countersunk Torx/hex bolts) (10 mm or T-30 Torx drive, M8 thread). For the engine block valley (beneath intake manifold), 2 sensors v8, plan for a 15 mm hex (sensor body hex) tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (knock sensor bolts). Throttle body bolts tightens to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the throttle body to intake manifold (4 bolts). The spark plug uses a 5/8 in (16 mm) spark plug socket drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm) at the cylinder head — 8 plugs on v8, 6 on v6. At the water pump to front engine cover, the water pump bolts torques to Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 22 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the oil pan perimeter bolts, sides and front, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (oil pan bolts — m8 (to block and front cover)). Ignition coil pack bolts (coil-to-bracket) tightens to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the individual coil mounting bolts to coil bracket on valve cover. The camshaft sprocket bolts (3-bolt cam, gen iii ls) uses a 10 mm drive on a M8 thread, torqued to 26 ft-lbs at the front of camshaft, sprocket retention. At the main bearing caps, inner fasteners (m11 hex bolts), the main bearing cap bolts — inner (gen iii/iv iron block) torques to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +80 degrees (13 mm drive, M11x2.0 thread). For the timing chain/front cover to engine block, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (engine front cover bolts). Power steering pump bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block), takes a 13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the power steering pump to bracket / block. The intake manifold bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to Step 1 = 44 in-lbs; Step 2 = 89 in-lbs (7.4 ft-lbs final) at the lower intake manifold to cylinder heads (composite manifold, 10 bolts). At the oil pan rear edge, bolts into rear crankshaft cover, the oil pan bolts — m6 (to rear cover) torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rocker arms on cylinder head, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (rocker arm (valve lifter) bolts). Engine valley cover bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valley cover (cam actuator housing cover on top of block between heads). The 4.8l v8 (lr4) — notes vs 5.3l uses a Same as 5.3L drive on a Same as 5.3L thread, torqued to See all 5.3L entries above — all apply at the all torque specs identical to 5.3l ls. At the thermostat housing/water outlet at front of intake manifold, the thermostat housing (water inlet) bolts torques to 11 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the through rubber isolator, connecting bracket to frame crossmember, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 70 ft-lbs (through bolt); 59 ft-lbs (through bolt nut) (engine mount through bolt (frame-side isolator)). Timing chain tensioner bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the driver's side of timing chain, block-mounted tensioner. The exhaust manifold bolts uses a 10 mm or 13 mm (varies by year — some use Torx) drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 2-stage: Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 18 ft-lbs. (New cylinder head: 11 ft-lbs first pass per some sources.) at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, 8 bolts per side. At the 10x m11 head bolts per head + 5x m8 inner bolts, the cylinder head bolts — m11 (all gen iii ls, gen1/gen2 trucks) torques to M11 bolts: Step 1 = 22 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +90 degrees; Step 3 = +90 degrees (bolts 1-8 / longer bolts); Step 3 = +50 degrees (bolts 9-10 / shorter outer front/rear bolts). M8 inner bolts: 22 ft-lbs (no (13 mm (M11), 10 mm (M8) drive, M11x2.0 (long bolts); M8x1.25 (inner small bolts) thread). For the block, passenger side near crank, behind oil filter, plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (crankshaft position sensor bolt).

Drivetrain — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Transfer case mounting bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the transmission/transfer case. The front cv axle shaft inboard flange bolts (4wd) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 58 ft-lbs at the inner cv joint 6-bolt flange to front differential output. At the transmission bellhousing to engine block, the transmission-to-engine bolts (4l60e / 4l80e) torques to 35 ft-lbs (4L60E); 44 ft-lbs (32 Nm — 4L80E) (15 mm (4L60E) / 18 mm (4L80E) drive, M10x1.5 (4L60E) / M12x1.75 (4L80E) thread). For the torque converter to flexplate (through inspection cover), plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 44 ft-lbs (4L60E); 46 ft-lbs (4L60E per some sources); 32 ft-lbs (4L80E) (flexplate-to-torque converter bolts). Transfer case drain plug tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the transfer case. The differential fill plug uses a 3/8 inch drive on a 3/8-18 NPT thread, torqued to 24 lb-ft at the differential housing. At the differential cover, the differential cover bolt torques to 25 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the driveshaft yoke, plan for a 1/2 inch tool on a 5/16-18 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (driveshaft u-joint strap bolt). Rear pinion nut / preload (gm 8.5/8.6) tightens to Pinion bearing preload (rotational): 14-19 in-lbs (new bearings), 6-8 in-lbs (used bearings). Pinion nut tightened until preload achieved — not a set ft-lb value., takes a 1-3/4 in or appropriate crowfoot driver, runs on Large coarse pinion nut thread threads, located at the pinion stem nut. The front differential cover bolts (aam 9.25-in ifs, 4wd) uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 (cover bolts) thread, torqued to 24 ft-lbs (drain/fill plug); cover bolt torque ~ 30 ft-lbs (same as rear cover) at the front differential cover bolts on aam 9.25 ifs axle. At the front axle housing, the front differential actuator bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the rear differential cover, gen2 trucks with 9.5 axle, plan for a 13 mm or 15 mm tool on a M8x1.25 or M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (rear differential cover bolts (gm 9.5 axle)). Rear ring gear bolts (gm 9.5 axle) tightens to 103 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive FSM), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the ring gear to carrier, 9.5-in axle. The transmission crossmember bolts (to frame) uses a 18 mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the transmission crossmember/support bracket to frame rails. At the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange, the rear driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange) torques to 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8) (13 mm drive, M8x1.25 (strap bolts) thread). For the rear differential cover perimeter bolts, plan for a 13 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 6.2L per OpenLabor Project); 30 ft-lbs (common FSM spec); general range 24-30 ft-lbs (rear differential cover bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 10-bolt axle)). Rear ring gear bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 axle) tightens to 65 ft-lbs (Crawlpedia/Sierra Gear reference); 89 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ factory manual), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 (ring gear bolts) threads, located at the ring gear to differential carrier. The differential drain plug uses a 3/8 inch drive on a 3/8-18 NPT thread, torqued to 24 lb-ft at the differential housing. At the frame crossmember, the driveshaft center support bearing bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the outer end of front half-shaft, axle nut at hub, plan for a 35 mm or 36 mm socket tool on a M28x1.5 or 1-5/16"-18 (large spindle nut) stud; final torque is 177 ft-lbs (1999-2009); 188 ft-lbs (2010+) (front wheel hub / axle nut (4wd)). Transfer case shield / skid plate bolts tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm or 13 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the transfer case skid shield to frame. The transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts) at the transfer case to transmission adapter. At the front driveshaft cv joint flange to transfer case output flange, the front driveshaft cv joint flange bolts (4wd) torques to 53 ft-lbs (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the transfer case case bottom/side, plan for a 3/8 in square drive or 24 mm socket tool on a 3/8" NPT (pipe thread) or metric depending on case stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (transfer case drain/fill plug (nvg246 / nvg263)). Transmission mount bolt (trans-to-mount) tightens to 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission); 30 ft-lbs (mount nuts at crossmember), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the rubber transmission mount to transmission extension housing.

Suspension — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The upper ball joint nut uses a 18 mm drive on a M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (all generations) at the upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle. At the u-bolts clamping rear axle to leaf spring pack, the rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts (1500 series) torques to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006 per multiple sources); 53 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ FSM, 1500 series) (7/8 in or 22 mm drive, 9/16-18 UNF (typical 1500 U-bolt) thread). For the bottom of rear shock absorber, bolt through rear axle housing bracket, plan for a 21 mm (bolt) + 21 mm (nut) tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (upper and lower, 1500 series per Merchant Auto 2007+ FSM); 70 ft-lbs (rear axle side per some Gen2 sources) (rear shock absorber lower bolt / nut). Front shock absorber lower mount bolt (gen2/gen3) tightens to 37 ft-lbs (Shock Module to Lower Control Arm — Gen2/Gen3 per FSM), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bottom of strut/shock, bolt to lower control arm or knuckle. The torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only) uses a 18 mm drive on a 18 mm bolt thread, torqued to No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs. at the torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember. At the upper control arm to frame bracket, the upper control arm pivot bolts (frame side) torques to 140 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 / Gen3 K2XX) (24 mm (nut side); hold bolt head drive, M16x1.5 or M18 thread). For the lower control arm front and rear pivot bolts to frame, plan for a 24 mm (nut); hold bolt tool on a M16x1.5 (front pivot); M16x1.5 (rear pivot) stud; final torque is 129 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006, Gen2 2007-2013); 133 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen2 2007-2013 torsion-bar trucks — coil-spring trucks may differ) (lower control arm pivot bolts (front, frame side)). Front shock absorber upper mount nuts (gen2/gen3 coil-over type) tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 (studs on upper mount) threads, located at the top of strut mount / upper shock mount to frame. The rear shock absorber upper bolt uses a 21 mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the top of rear shock absorber to frame bracket. At the front hub/bearing assembly 3 bolts to steering knuckle, the wheel bearing hub assembly bolts (to knuckle) torques to 133 ft-lbs (2007-2013 per Merchant Auto FSM); 75 ft-lbs (1999-2006 Gen1 per 1A Auto video; note: may be an earlier model value) (21 mm drive, M14x1.5 (14 mm bolt) thread). For the tie rod end stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 22 mm tool on a M14x1.5 castle nut (typical) stud; final torque is 48 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006); 44 ft-lbs (Gen2/Gen3 2007-2014) (outer tie rod end nut). Lower ball joint nut tightens to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2006 — castle nut with cotter pin); 81 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 — flange nut); 37 ft-lbs + 130 degrees (Gen2 GMT900 alternate spec / Gen3 K2XX 2014 with TTY captured-w, takes a 24 mm driver, runs on M20x1.5 stud (typical lower ball joint stud) threads, located at the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle. The sway bar bracket bolts (front) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the stabilizer bar insulator clamp brackets to frame. At the intermediate steering shaft, upper and lower pinch bolts, the steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt torques to 37 ft-lbs (upper coupling to column shaft, 2000-2006 per 1AAuto); 35 ft-lbs (lower coupling to rack/gear, 2000-2006); 30 ft-lbs (pre-2000 GMT800 per 1988-1999 repair video) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 (pinch bolt) thread). For the front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm, plan for a 15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) tool on a M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) stud; final torque is 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec) (sway bar end links (front)). Lug nuts tightens to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), takes a 22mm (13/16") driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel studs, all four corners.

Steering — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the frame rail, the idler arm bolt torques to 60 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the steering gear/pump, plan for a 19mm tool on a M16 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 20 lb-ft (power steering hose fitting). Drag link end nut tightens to 44 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the pitman arm/knuckle. The power steering pump mounting bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the engine block/bracket. At the steering gear output, the pitman arm nut torques to 184 lb-ft (30mm drive, M20 x 1.5 thread). For the steering column, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 22 lb-ft (steering shaft pinch bolt). Steering column bracket bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the dash/firewall. The steering gear box mounting bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 110 lb-ft at the frame rail.

Body — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the pickup box/bed to frame mounting bolts, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is Approximately 50-60 ft-lbs (range cited by GM service community; exact FSM spec varies by year — use FSM for your VIN) (bed / box mount bolts). Cab mount bolts tightens to 122 ft-lbs (165 Nm), takes a 24 mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 or 5/8"-11 threads, located at the cab-to-frame body mount bolts, rubber isolators (6 per side typically).

Electrical — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Alternator mounting bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the engine block/bracket. The license plate screw uses a 7mm drive on a 1/4-20 thread, torqued to 2 lb-ft at the rear bumper. At the various locations, the wiring harness bracket bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the battery post, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 11 lb-ft (battery terminal bolt). Battery hold-down bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the battery tray. The ground wire bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block/frame.

Engine - Bottom End — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The thermostat housing bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the intake manifold/block. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the engine block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (oil filter adapter bolt). Crankshaft pulley bolt tightens to TTY: 37+140°, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M16 x 2.0 threads, located at the crankshaft. The engine mount bolt - front uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 59 lb-ft at the engine block to frame. At the engine block, the knock sensor bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (12mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the transmission to crossmember, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (engine mount bolt - rear). Water pump bolt tightens to 11 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The timing chain cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block. At the crankshaft, the flywheel bolt torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (15mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Front Suspension — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the frame bracket, the lower control arm frame bolt torques to 107 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the lower control arm, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 59 lb-ft (shock absorber lower bolt). Stabilizer bar bracket bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame rail. The steering knuckle to hub bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 133 lb-ft at the wheel hub. At the torsion bar crossmember, the torsion bar adjuster bolt torques to Variable (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the sway bar to control arm, plan for a 18mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 17 lb-ft (stabilizer bar link nut). Shock absorber upper nut tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the upper shock mount. The hub bearing retaining bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 177 lb-ft at the steering knuckle. At the steering knuckle, the lower control arm ball joint nut torques to 111 lb-ft (27mm drive, M18 x 1.5 thread). For the frame bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 140 lb-ft (upper control arm frame bolt). Tie rod end nut tightens to 44 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The upper control arm ball joint nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the steering knuckle.

Engine - Top End — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the cylinder head/timing cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (camshaft position sensor bolt). Pcv valve grommet bolt tightens to 60 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. The fuel injector retainer bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the fuel rail. At the intake manifold, the fuel rail bolt torques to 89 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (egr valve bolt). Cylinder head bolt tightens to TTY: 22+90°, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M11 x 2.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 106 lb-in at the valve cover. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt torques to 89 lb-in (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 89 lb-in (throttle body bolt). Map sensor bolt tightens to 70 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the intake manifold. The air intake tube clamp uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 40 lb-in at the throttle body/air box. At the cylinder head, the exhaust manifold stud torques to 15 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (exhaust manifold bolt). Ignition coil bolt tightens to 70 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the valve cover.

Body & Cab — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Door hinge bolt tightens to 20 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the door to cab pillar. The door striker bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the door jamb. At the hood to fender, the hood hinge bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the bed rail, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (bed rail tie-down). Tow hook bolt tightens to 50 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the frame horn. The radiator support bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the frame horn. At the frame rail, the bumper mounting bolt - rear torques to 30 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the cab to frame, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 74 lb-ft (cab mount bolt). Tailgate hinge bolt tightens to 20 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the bed rail to tailgate. The fender mounting bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the fender to cab. At the bed to frame, the bed mounting bolt torques to 44 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the radiator support, plan for a None tool on a Push Clip stud; final torque is Hand Tight (grille mounting clip). Skid plate bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the frame rail. The bumper mounting bolt - front uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 30 lb-ft at the frame horn. At the cab/frame, the running board mounting bolt torques to 35 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread).

Wheels & Brakes — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The wheel lug nut uses a 22mm (13/16") drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) at the wheels. At the front/rear caliper bracket, the brake caliper bracket bolt torques to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm) (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the brake rotor, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 35 lb-in (brake rotor set screw). Brake caliper mounting bolt tightens to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the front/rear brake caliper. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The parking brake cable bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the rear caliper/drum. At the firewall/booster, the brake master cylinder mounting nut torques to 20 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the frame/suspension, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (brake hose bracket bolt). Brake line banjo bolt tightens to 30 lb-ft, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.0 threads, located at the brake caliper. The abs sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the wheel hub/knuckle. At the wheel hub area, the wheel speed sensor harness clip torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread).

Rear Suspension — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the axle bracket, the rear shock absorber lower bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the axle housing, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (rear axle vent tube bolt). Rear stabilizer bar link bolt tightens to 44 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the axle to sway bar. The track bar axle bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 110 lb-ft at the rear axle. At the frame rail, the track bar frame bolt torques to 110 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt). Leaf spring u-bolt tightens to 52 lb-ft, takes a 5/8 inch driver, runs on 7/16-20 threads, located at the axle to spring. The leaf spring front eye bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 95 lb-ft at the front spring hanger. At the rear spring shackle, the leaf spring rear shackle bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread).

Transmission — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the flexplate, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 46 lb-ft (torque converter bolt). Park/neutral switch bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the transmission case. The transmission to engine bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the bell housing. At the transmission shifter, the shift linkage bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the transmission pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 10 lb-ft (transmission pan bolt). Transmission cooler line fitting tightens to 26 lb-ft, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the transmission case. The transmission crossmember bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the transmission top, the transmission vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the crossmember, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (transmission mount bolt). Starter motor bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the bell housing.

Interior — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Sun visor screw tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the headliner. The seat belt anchor bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the b-pillar/floor. At the dash to firewall, the dashboard mounting bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the floor pan, plan for a None tool on a Push Clip stud; final torque is Hand Tight (floor mat clip). Steering wheel nut tightens to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), takes a 24mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the steering column. The center console bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the floor/tunnel. At the dashboard, the glove box hinge screw torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the seat track to floor, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (seat mounting bolt).

Exhaust System — 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The catalytic converter bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the exhaust pipe flange. At the exhaust pipe, the oxygen sensor torques to 31 lb-ft (22mm drive, M18 x 1.5 thread). For the muffler connection, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (muffler clamp bolt). Exhaust hanger bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the frame/body mount. The tailpipe clamp bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the tailpipe connection. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust pipe flange bolt torques to 25 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread).

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