2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2006 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

Tools you will need

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2006 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. 3 of the 189 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Rear drum brake wheel cylinder bolts tightens to 11-17 ft-lbs (typical GM range for wheel cylinder mounting bolts), takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the wheel cylinder to brake backing plate. The front brake caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 or M16x1.5 (18 mm hex head) thread, torqued to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm) at the caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts to steering knuckle. OEM-verified spec. 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). For the rear caliper bracket to rear axle/knuckle flange, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M16x1.5 (18 mm hex) stud; final torque is 148 ft-lbs (Gen3 K2XX 2014 confirmed by TRQ repair video) (rear brake caliper bracket bolts (disc brake trucks)). Front caliper slide pin bolts tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 (pin bolt) threads, located at the caliper guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket. OEM-verified spec.

Engine — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The rocker arm (valve lifter) bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the rocker arms on cylinder head. At the through rubber isolator, connecting bracket to frame crossmember, the engine mount through bolt (frame-side isolator) torques to 70 ft-lbs (through bolt); 59 ft-lbs (through bolt nut) (18 mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the front of block, cam retainer/thrust plate, plan for a 10 mm or T-30 Torx tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (standard hex bolts); 11 ft-lbs (countersunk Torx/hex bolts) (camshaft retainer plate bolts). Main bearing cap bolts — inner (gen iii/iv iron block) tightens to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +80 degrees, takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M11x2.0 threads, located at the main bearing caps, inner fasteners (m11 hex bolts). The engine front cover bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the timing chain/front cover to engine block. At the connecting rod big-end cap, the connecting rod bolts (second design — most common, 1999+) torques to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +75 degrees (9 mm or T-40 Torx drive, M9x1.25 (bolts have retaining sleeve) thread). For the bottom of oil pan, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (oil drain plug). 4.8l v8 (lr4) — notes vs 5.3l tightens to See all 5.3L entries above — all apply, takes a Same as 5.3L driver, runs on Same as 5.3L threads, located at the all torque specs identical to 5.3l ls. The engine valley cover bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the valley cover (cam actuator housing cover on top of block between heads). At the oil filter mount on engine block or adapter, the oil filter torques to 22 ft-lbs (Oil filter wrench (65 mm or 14-flute cap type) drive, 3/4"-16 (SAE spin-on thread) thread). For the front of crankshaft, plan for a 1-1/16 in (27 mm) 12-point socket tool on a M21x1.5 (large crankshaft thread) stud; final torque is 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. (harmonic balancer (crankshaft damper) bolt). Timing chain guide bolts tightens to 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT), takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain. 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 driver's side of timing chain, block-mounted tensioner, the timing chain tensioner bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8 thread). For the main bearing caps, side bolts (horizontal), plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (Gen III/IV iron block). 22 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen V LT aluminum block 2014). (main bearing cap side bolts). Intake manifold bolts tightens to Step 1 = 44 in-lbs; Step 2 = 89 in-lbs (7.4 ft-lbs final), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the lower intake manifold to cylinder heads (composite manifold, 10 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 (new installation into new/fresh aluminum head); 11 ft-lbs (subsequent reinstalls into used threads) 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 thermostat housing/water outlet at front of intake manifold, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 11 ft-lbs (thermostat housing (water inlet) bolts). Knock sensor bolts tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm hex (sensor body hex) driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the engine block valley (beneath intake manifold), 2 sensors v8. The power steering pump bolts uses a 13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block) at the power steering pump to bracket / block. At the oil pan perimeter bolts, sides and front, the oil pan bolts — m8 (to block and front cover) torques to 18 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the front of engine block / timing cover, vvt solenoid mounting, plan for a 8 mm / 10 mm depending on bracket tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LS with VVT — LC9, LY5, LMG, L9H, 2007+); 106 in-lbs (camshaft position sensor bolt, all Gen III) (cam actuator (vvt) solenoid bolts). Crankshaft position sensor bolt tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the block, passenger side near crank, behind oil filter. The valve (rocker arm) cover bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M6 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the valve cover to cylinder head, each bank. 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 front of camshaft, sprocket retention, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (camshaft sprocket bolts (3-bolt cam, gen iii ls)). Oil pan bolts — m6 (to rear cover) tightens to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the oil pan rear edge, bolts into rear crankshaft cover. The alternator (generator) bolts uses a 15 mm / 13 mm drive on a M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator) at the alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block. At the individual coil mounting bolts to coil bracket on valve cover, the ignition coil pack bolts (coil-to-bracket) torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the 10x m11 head bolts per head + 5x m8 inner bolts, plan for a 13 mm (M11), 10 mm (M8) tool on a M11x2.0 (long bolts); M8x1.25 (inner small bolts) stud; final torque is 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 (cylinder head bolts — m11 (all gen iii ls, gen1/gen2 trucks)). 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 cylinder head bolts — gen v lt (2014 k2xx) uses a 13 mm / 6 mm Allen drive on a M11x2.0 and M8x1.25 thread, torqued 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 at the 20 head bolts per head (19 standard + 1 allen-head on lh head).

Drivetrain — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. At the driveshaft yoke, the driveshaft u-joint strap bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (1/2 inch drive, 5/16-18 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 driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange) tightens to 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8), takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 (strap bolts) threads, located at the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange. 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 transfer case, the transfer case drain plug torques to 25 lb-ft (15mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the differential housing, plan for a 3/8 inch tool on a 3/8-18 NPT stud; final torque is 24 lb-ft (differential drain plug). Transfer case drain/fill plug (nvg246 / nvg263) tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 3/8 in square drive or 24 mm socket driver, runs on 3/8" NPT (pipe thread) or metric depending on case threads, located at the transfer case case bottom/side. The rear ring gear bolts (gm 9.5 axle) uses a 18 mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 103 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive FSM) at the ring gear to carrier, 9.5-in axle. At the ring gear to differential carrier, the rear ring gear bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 axle) torques to 65 ft-lbs (Crawlpedia/Sierra Gear reference); 89 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ factory manual) (18 mm drive, M12x1.25 (ring gear bolts) 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). Front wheel hub / axle nut (4wd) tightens to 177 ft-lbs (1999-2009); 188 ft-lbs (2010+), takes a 35 mm or 36 mm socket driver, runs on M28x1.5 or 1-5/16"-18 (large spindle nut) threads, located at the outer end of front half-shaft, axle nut at hub. 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 frame crossmember, the driveshaft center support bearing bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the differential housing, plan for a 3/8 inch tool on a 3/8-18 NPT stud; final torque is 24 lb-ft (differential fill plug). Front driveshaft cv joint flange bolts (4wd) tightens to 53 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the front driveshaft cv joint flange to transfer case output flange. The transfer case shield / skid plate bolts uses a 10 mm or 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the transfer case skid shield to frame. 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 differential cover, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (differential cover 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 actuator bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the front axle housing. At the transmission crossmember/support bracket to frame rails, the transmission crossmember bolts (to frame) torques to 85 ft-lbs (18 mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the rubber transmission mount to transmission extension housing, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission); 30 ft-lbs (mount nuts at crossmember) (transmission mount bolt (trans-to-mount)). Transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263) tightens to 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the transfer case to transmission adapter. The rear differential cover bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 10-bolt axle) uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 26 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 6.2L per OpenLabor Project); 30 ft-lbs (common FSM spec); general range 24-30 ft-lbs at the rear differential cover perimeter bolts. At the transmission/transfer case, the transfer case mounting bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread).

Suspension — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. For the bottom of strut/shock, bolt to lower control arm or knuckle, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (Shock Module to Lower Control Arm — Gen2/Gen3 per FSM) (front shock absorber lower mount bolt (gen2/gen3)). Wheel bearing hub assembly bolts (to knuckle) tightens 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), takes a 21 mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 (14 mm bolt) threads, located at the front hub/bearing assembly 3 bolts to steering knuckle. The outer tie rod end nut uses a 22 mm drive on a M14x1.5 castle nut (typical) thread, torqued to 48 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006); 44 ft-lbs (Gen2/Gen3 2007-2014) at the tie rod end 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 upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (all generations) (upper ball joint nut). Sway bar end links (front) tightens to 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec), takes a 15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) driver, runs on M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) threads, located at the front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm. 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 top of strut mount / upper shock mount to frame, the front shock absorber upper mount nuts (gen2/gen3 coil-over type) torques to 37 ft-lbs (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 (studs on upper mount) 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). Rear shock absorber upper bolt tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 21 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the top of rear shock absorber to frame bracket. 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 wheel studs, all four corners, the lug nuts torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (22mm (13/16") drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 24 mm tool on a M20x1.5 stud (typical lower ball joint stud) stud; final torque is 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 (lower ball joint nut). Upper control arm pivot bolts (frame side) tightens to 140 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 / Gen3 K2XX), takes a 24 mm (nut side); hold bolt head driver, runs on M16x1.5 or M18 threads, located at the upper control arm to frame bracket. The steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 (pinch bolt) thread, torqued 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) at the intermediate steering shaft, upper and lower pinch bolts. At the lower control arm front and rear pivot bolts to frame, the lower control arm pivot bolts (front, frame side) torques to 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) (24 mm (nut); hold bolt drive, M16x1.5 (front pivot); M16x1.5 (rear pivot) thread).

Steering — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 idler arm bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 60 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the steering gear output, the pitman arm nut torques to 184 lb-ft (30mm drive, M20 x 1.5 thread). For the dash/firewall, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (steering column bracket bolt). Power steering pump 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 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. At the steering column, the steering shaft pinch bolt torques to 22 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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).

Body — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The bed / box mount bolts uses a 18 mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to Approximately 50-60 ft-lbs (range cited by GM service community; exact FSM spec varies by year — use FSM for your VIN) at the pickup box/bed to frame mounting bolts. At the cab-to-frame body mount bolts, rubber isolators (6 per side typically), the cab mount bolts torques to 122 ft-lbs (165 Nm) (24 mm drive, M16x1.5 or 5/8"-11 thread).

Electrical — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the various locations, the wiring harness bracket bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the battery tray, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (battery hold-down bolt). Battery terminal bolt tightens to 11 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the battery post. 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. At the engine block/bracket, the alternator mounting bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the rear bumper, plan for a 7mm tool on a 1/4-20 stud; final torque is 2 lb-ft (license plate screw).

Engine - Top End — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (pcv valve grommet bolt). Valve cover bolt tightens to 106 lb-in, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. The exhaust manifold stud uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the cylinder head. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 70 lb-in (ignition coil 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 throttle body bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 89 lb-in at the intake manifold. At the intake manifold, the egr valve bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). 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). Fuel injector retainer bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the fuel rail. 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 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 (fuel rail 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.

Body & Cab — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Bed rail tie-down tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the bed rail. The cab mount bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 74 lb-ft at the cab to frame. At the frame rail, the bumper mounting bolt - rear torques to 30 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the bed to frame, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 44 lb-ft (bed mounting bolt). Radiator support bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame horn. The skid plate bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the fender to cab, the fender mounting bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the hood to fender, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (hood hinge bolt). Running board mounting bolt tightens to 35 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the cab/frame. 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 bed rail to tailgate, the tailgate hinge bolt torques to 20 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the door to cab pillar, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 20 lb-ft (door hinge bolt). Door striker bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the door jamb. The grille mounting clip uses a None drive on a Push Clip thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the radiator support. At the frame horn, the tow hook bolt torques to 50 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread).

Front Suspension — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The lower control arm ball joint nut uses a 27mm drive on a M18 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 111 lb-ft at the steering knuckle. At the lower control arm, the shock absorber lower bolt torques to 59 lb-ft (18mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the torsion bar crossmember, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is Variable (torsion bar adjuster 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 sway bar to control arm, the stabilizer bar link nut torques to 17 lb-ft (18mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the frame bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 107 lb-ft (lower control arm frame bolt). Hub bearing retaining bolt tightens to 177 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The shock absorber upper nut uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the upper shock mount. At the frame bracket, the upper control arm frame bolt torques to 140 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 44 lb-ft (tie rod end nut). Upper control arm ball joint nut tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering knuckle.

Interior — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the dash to firewall, the dashboard mounting bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the headliner, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is Hand Tight (sun visor screw). Glove box hinge screw tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the dashboard. 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 floor pan, the floor mat clip torques to Hand Tight (None drive, Push Clip thread). For the floor/tunnel, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (center console bolt). 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 seat mounting bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the seat track to floor.

Transmission — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the transmission shifter, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (shift linkage bolt). Transmission crossmember bolt tightens to 70 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the frame rail. 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 pan, the transmission pan bolt torques to 10 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the flexplate, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 46 lb-ft (torque converter 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 starter motor bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the bell housing. At the transmission case, the park/neutral switch bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the transmission top, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (transmission vent tube bolt). Transmission mount bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the crossmember.

Engine - Bottom End — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Oil filter adapter bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block. The water pump bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the timing cover. At the crankshaft, the flywheel bolt torques to TTY: 15+60° (15mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the intake manifold/block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 11 lb-ft (thermostat housing bolt). Timing chain cover bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block. The oil pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the oil pan. At the transmission to crossmember, the engine mount bolt - rear torques to 37 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the engine block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (knock sensor bolt). Engine mount bolt - front tightens to 59 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the engine block to frame. The crankshaft pulley bolt uses a 24mm drive on a M16 x 2.0 thread, torqued to TTY: 37+140° at the crankshaft.

Rear Suspension — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The rear stabilizer bar link bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the axle to sway bar. At the axle bracket, the rear shock absorber lower bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the rear spring shackle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 70 lb-ft (leaf spring rear shackle bolt). Leaf spring front eye bolt tightens to 95 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the front spring hanger. The leaf spring u-bolt uses a 5/8 inch drive on a 7/16-20 thread, torqued to 52 lb-ft at the axle to spring. At the frame rail, the rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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). Track bar frame bolt tightens to 110 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the frame rail. 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.

Wheels & Brakes — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the wheel hub area, the wheel speed sensor harness clip torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the firewall/booster, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 20 lb-ft (brake master cylinder mounting nut). Brake caliper bracket bolt tightens to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the front/rear caliper bracket. 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 brake caliper, the brake line banjo bolt torques to 30 lb-ft (12mm drive, M10 x 1.0 thread). For the rear caliper/drum, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (parking brake cable bolt). Brake caliper mounting bolt tightens to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the front/rear brake caliper. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The brake hose bracket bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the frame/suspension. At the brake rotor, the brake rotor set screw torques to 35 lb-in (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the wheels, plan for a 22mm (13/16") tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (wheel lug nut).

Exhaust System — 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). Tailpipe clamp bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the tailpipe connection. The exhaust pipe flange bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the exhaust manifold. At the exhaust pipe flange, the catalytic converter bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the frame/body mount, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (exhaust hanger bolt). Oxygen sensor tightens to 31 lb-ft, takes a 22mm driver, runs on M18 x 1.5 threads, located at the exhaust pipe.

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