2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2007 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 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2007 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 2007 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 186 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2007 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. 8 of the 186 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The rear drum brake wheel cylinder bolts uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 11-17 ft-lbs (typical GM range for wheel cylinder mounting bolts) at the wheel cylinder to brake backing plate. At the caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts to steering knuckle, the front brake caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts torques to 148 ft-lbs (200 Nm) (21mm drive, M14 thread). OEM-verified spec. For the front abs sensor to wheel bearing hub, plan for a 3/16 in Allen (Gen1); varies Gen2 tool on a 3/16 Allen head stud; final torque is 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) (abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front)). Rear brake caliper bracket bolts (disc brake trucks) tightens to 148 ft-lbs (Gen3 K2XX 2014 confirmed by TRQ repair video), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 (18 mm hex) threads, located at the rear caliper bracket to rear axle/knuckle flange. The front caliper slide pin bolts uses a 18mm drive on a M12 thread, torqued to 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm) at the caliper guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket. OEM-verified spec.

Engine — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. 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 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+)). Rocker arm (valve lifter) bolts tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rocker arms on cylinder head. 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 valve cover to cylinder head, each bank, the valve (rocker arm) cover bolts torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6 thread). For the water pump to front engine cover, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 22 ft-lbs (water pump bolts). 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 throttle body bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the throttle body to intake manifold (4 bolts). At the alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block, the alternator (generator) bolts torques to 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator) (15 mm / 13 mm drive, M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) thread). For the oil filter mount on engine block or adapter, plan for a Oil filter wrench (65 mm or 14-flute cap type) tool on a 3/4"-16 (SAE spin-on thread) stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (oil filter). OEM-verified spec. Engine mount stud / bolt to engine block tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the block-side of front engine mount bracket. The cylinder head bolts — m11 (all gen iii ls, gen1/gen2 trucks) uses a 13 mm (M11), 10 mm (M8) drive on a M11x2.0 (long bolts); M8x1.25 (inner small bolts) thread, torqued 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 at the 10x m11 head bolts per head + 5x m8 inner bolts. At the 20 head bolts per head (19 standard + 1 allen-head on lh head), the cylinder head bolts — gen v lt (2014 k2xx) torques 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 (13 mm / 6 mm Allen drive, M11x2.0 and M8x1.25 thread). For the power steering pump to bracket / block, plan for a 13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block) (power steering pump bolts). Engine mount through bolt (frame-side isolator) tightens to 70 ft-lbs (through bolt); 59 ft-lbs (through bolt nut), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the through rubber isolator, connecting bracket to frame crossmember. The thermostat housing (water inlet) bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 11 ft-lbs at the thermostat housing/water outlet at front of intake manifold. At the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, 8 bolts per side, the exhaust manifold bolts torques 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.) (10 mm or 13 mm (varies by year — some use Torx) drive, M8x1.25 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). 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 knock sensor bolts uses a 15 mm hex (sensor body hex) drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the engine block valley (beneath intake manifold), 2 sensors v8. At the valley cover (cam actuator housing cover on top of block between heads), the engine valley cover bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the main bearing caps, inner fasteners (m11 hex bolts), plan for a 13 mm tool on a M11x2.0 stud; final torque is Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +80 degrees (main bearing cap bolts — inner (gen iii/iv iron block)). 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 ignition coil pack bolts (coil-to-bracket) uses a 8 mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the individual coil mounting bolts to coil bracket on valve cover. 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 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). 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.

Drivetrain — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the ring gear to differential carrier, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.25 (ring gear bolts) stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (Crawlpedia/Sierra Gear reference); 89 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ factory manual) (rear ring gear bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 axle)). Rear differential cover bolts (gm 9.5 axle) tightens to 30 ft-lbs, takes a 13 mm or 15 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 or M10x1.5 threads, located at the rear differential cover, gen2 trucks with 9.5 axle. The transfer case drain plug uses a 15mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the transfer case. At the front differential cover bolts on aam 9.25 ifs axle, the front differential cover bolts (aam 9.25-in ifs, 4wd) torques to 24 ft-lbs (drain/fill plug); cover bolt torque ~ 30 ft-lbs (same as rear cover) (13 mm drive, M8x1.25 (cover bolts) thread). For the transmission bellhousing to engine block, plan for a 15 mm (4L60E) / 18 mm (4L80E) tool on a M10x1.5 (4L60E) / M12x1.75 (4L80E) stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (4L60E); 44 ft-lbs (32 Nm — 4L80E) (transmission-to-engine bolts (4l60e / 4l80e)). Differential cover bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the differential cover. The driveshaft u-joint strap bolt uses a 1/2 inch drive on a 5/16-18 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the driveshaft yoke. At the front axle housing, the front differential actuator bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the transfer case to transmission adapter, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts) (transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263)). 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 rear pinion nut / preload (gm 8.5/8.6) uses a 1-3/4 in or appropriate crowfoot drive on a Large coarse pinion nut thread thread, torqued 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. at the pinion stem nut. 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 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)). Flexplate-to-torque converter bolts tightens to 44 ft-lbs (4L60E); 46 ft-lbs (4L60E per some sources); 32 ft-lbs (4L80E), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the torque converter to flexplate (through inspection cover). 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 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)). 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 rear driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange) uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 (strap bolts) thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8) at the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange. 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). 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. The transfer case mounting bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the transmission/transfer case. At the inner cv joint 6-bolt flange to front differential output, the front cv axle shaft inboard flange bolts (4wd) torques to 58 ft-lbs (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the transfer case skid shield to frame, plan for a 10 mm or 13 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (transfer case shield / skid plate bolts).

Suspension — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Sway bar bracket bolts (front) tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the stabilizer bar insulator clamp brackets to frame. The lower control arm pivot bolts (front, frame side) uses a 24 mm (nut); hold bolt drive on a M16x1.5 (front pivot); M16x1.5 (rear pivot) thread, torqued 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) at the lower control arm front and rear pivot bolts to frame. At the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle, the lower ball joint nut torques 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 (24 mm drive, M20x1.5 stud (typical lower ball joint stud) thread). For the front hub/bearing assembly 3 bolts to steering knuckle, plan for a 21 mm tool on a M14x1.5 (14 mm bolt) stud; final torque is 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) (wheel bearing hub assembly bolts (to knuckle)). Outer tie rod end nut tightens to 48 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006); 44 ft-lbs (Gen2/Gen3 2007-2014), takes a 22 mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 castle nut (typical) threads, located at the tie rod end stud to steering knuckle. The upper control arm pivot bolts (frame side) uses a 24 mm (nut side); hold bolt head drive on a M16x1.5 or M18 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 / Gen3 K2XX) at the upper control arm to frame bracket. At the front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm, the sway bar end links (front) torques to 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec) (15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) drive, M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) thread). 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)). Upper ball joint nut tightens to 37 ft-lbs (all generations), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) threads, located at the upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle. The rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts (1500 series) uses a 7/8 in or 22 mm drive on a 9/16-18 UNF (typical 1500 U-bolt) thread, torqued to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006 per multiple sources); 53 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ FSM, 1500 series) at the u-bolts clamping rear axle to leaf spring pack. At the torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember, the torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only) torques to No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs. (18 mm drive, 18 mm bolt thread). For the intermediate steering shaft, upper and lower pinch bolts, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 (pinch bolt) stud; final torque is 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) (steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt). 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 lug nuts uses a 22mm (13/16") drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) at the wheel studs, all four corners. At the bottom of rear shock absorber, bolt through rear axle housing bracket, the rear shock absorber lower bolt / nut torques to 85 ft-lbs (upper and lower, 1500 series per Merchant Auto 2007+ FSM); 70 ft-lbs (rear axle side per some Gen2 sources) (21 mm (bolt) + 21 mm (nut) drive, M12x1.75 thread).

Steering — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The drag link end nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the pitman arm/knuckle. 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 output, plan for a 30mm tool on a M20 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 184 lb-ft (pitman arm nut). 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 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 frame rail, the steering gear box mounting bolt torques to 110 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 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 hose fitting tightens to 20 lb-ft, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M16 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering gear/pump.

Body — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). 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).

Electrical — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the engine block/frame, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (ground wire bolt). 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 wiring harness bracket bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the various locations. At the battery post, the battery terminal bolt torques to 11 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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). License plate screw tightens to 2 lb-ft, takes a 7mm driver, runs on 1/4-20 threads, located at the rear bumper.

Front Suspension — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 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 upper shock mount, the shock absorber upper nut torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm 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). Upper control arm frame bolt tightens to 140 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the frame bracket. The stabilizer bar link nut uses a 18mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 17 lb-ft at the sway bar to control arm. At the frame rail, the stabilizer bar bracket bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (upper control arm ball joint nut). 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 shock absorber lower bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 59 lb-ft at the lower control arm. 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 torsion bar crossmember, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is Variable (torsion bar adjuster bolt).

Body & Cab — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The bumper mounting bolt - rear uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 30 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 cab to frame, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 74 lb-ft (cab mount 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 bed rail to tailgate, the tailgate hinge bolt torques to 20 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (skid plate bolt). 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 tow hook bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 50 lb-ft at the frame horn. At the bed to frame, the bed mounting bolt torques to 44 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). Hood hinge bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the hood to fender. 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 horn, the bumper mounting bolt - front torques to 30 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the cab/frame, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 35 lb-ft (running board mounting bolt).

Exhaust System — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the muffler connection, the muffler clamp bolt torques to 25 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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). Catalytic converter bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the exhaust pipe flange. 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 tailpipe connection, the tailpipe clamp bolt torques to 25 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the exhaust pipe, plan for a 22mm tool on a M18 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 31 lb-ft (oxygen sensor).

Wheels & Brakes — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 rotor set screw tightens to 35 lb-in, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the brake rotor. 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 wheel hub/knuckle, the abs sensor bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the front/rear caliper bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 stud; final torque is 148 ft-lbs (200 Nm) (brake caliper bracket bolt). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Wheel speed sensor harness clip tightens to 60 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the wheel hub area. 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 brake caliper, the brake line banjo bolt torques to 30 lb-ft (12mm drive, M10 x 1.0 thread). For the front/rear brake caliper, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 stud; final torque is 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm) (brake caliper mounting bolt). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Brake master cylinder mounting nut tightens to 20 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the firewall/booster.

Engine - Bottom End — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Engine mount bolt - rear tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the transmission to crossmember. 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 oil pan, the oil pan bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the crankshaft, plan for a 24mm tool on a M16 x 2.0 stud; final torque is TTY: 37+140° (crankshaft pulley bolt). Flywheel bolt tightens to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the crankshaft. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. 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 oil filter adapter 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 (timing chain cover bolt). Knock sensor bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block. The oil drain plug uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) at the oil pan. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the intake manifold/block, the thermostat housing bolt torques to 11 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the engine block/timing cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (crankshaft position sensor bolt).

Engine - Top End — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The pcv valve grommet bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 60 lb-in at the valve cover. At the intake manifold, the fuel rail bolt torques to 89 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the throttle body/air box, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 40 lb-in (air intake tube clamp). Intake manifold bolt tightens to 89 lb-in, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the intake manifold. The cylinder head bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M11 x 2.0 thread, torqued to TTY: 22+90° at the cylinder head. At the valve cover, the ignition coil bolt torques to 70 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 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). Throttle body bolt tightens to 89 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the intake manifold. The egr valve bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the intake manifold. At the cylinder head, the exhaust manifold stud torques to 15 lb-ft (13mm 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 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 map sensor bolt torques to 70 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 16mm tool on a M14 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 13 ft-lbs (156 in-lb) (spark plug). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Interior — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the headliner, the sun visor 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). Seat belt anchor bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the b-pillar/floor. The glove box hinge screw uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the dashboard. At the steering column, the steering wheel nut torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (24mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the dash to firewall, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (dashboard mounting bolt). Floor mat clip tightens to Hand Tight, takes a None driver, runs on Push Clip threads, located at the floor pan. The center console bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the floor/tunnel.

Rear Suspension — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the rear axle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 110 lb-ft (track bar axle bolt). Rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame rail. The rear shock absorber lower bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the axle bracket. At the axle housing, the rear axle vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 70 lb-ft (rear shock absorber upper 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 rear shackle bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the rear spring shackle. At the front spring hanger, the leaf spring front eye bolt torques to 95 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 110 lb-ft (track bar frame 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.

Transmission — 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Shift linkage bolt tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the transmission shifter. 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 bell housing, the starter motor bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the transmission case, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (park/neutral switch bolt). Transmission pan bolt tightens to 10 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the transmission pan. The transmission vent tube bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 60 lb-in at the transmission top. At the transmission case, the transmission cooler line fitting torques to 26 lb-ft (17mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the bell housing, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (transmission to engine bolt). Torque converter bolt tightens to 46 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the flexplate. The transmission mount bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the crossmember.

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