2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2010 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 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket bolts (typically 80-130 ft-lbs) and slide/guide pins (18-35 ft-lbs)
Engine oil drain plug torque — rarely above 30 ft-lbs; always use a new crush washer
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts (low torque, often 89-106 in-lbs)
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque (typically 10-15 ft-lbs on aluminum heads — do not exceed)
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2010 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before reassembly.

Tools you will need

Metric socket set (8mm-22mm), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Anti-seize on stainless or dissimilar-metal threads; thread-locker (Loctite blue) on critical reassembly

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2010 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 2010 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.

→ 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine & transmission mount torque specs

All 186 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2010 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. 4 of the 186 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front) uses a 3/16 in Allen (Gen1); varies Gen2 drive on a 3/16 Allen head thread, torqued 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) at the front abs sensor to wheel bearing hub. 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). 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)). 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 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 — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. 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 individual coil mounting bolts to coil bracket on valve cover, plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (ignition coil pack bolts (coil-to-bracket)). Alternator (generator) bolts tightens to 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator), takes a 15 mm / 13 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) threads, located at the alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block. The water pump bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 22 ft-lbs at the water pump to front engine cover. 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 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). Exhaust manifold bolts tightens 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.), takes a 10 mm or 13 mm (varies by year — some use Torx) driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, 8 bolts per side. 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 throttle body to intake manifold (4 bolts), the throttle body bolts torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the cylinder head — 8 plugs on v8, 6 on v6, plan for a 5/8 in (16 mm) spark plug socket tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (new installation into new/fresh aluminum head); 11 ft-lbs (subsequent reinstalls into used threads) (spark plug). Oil pan bolts — m8 (to block and front cover) tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil pan perimeter bolts, sides and front. 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 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 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)). Camshaft sprocket bolts (3-bolt cam, gen iii ls) tightens to 26 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the front of camshaft, sprocket retention. 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 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 20 head bolts per head (19 standard + 1 allen-head on lh head), plan for a 13 mm / 6 mm Allen tool on a M11x2.0 and M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 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 (cylinder head bolts — gen v lt (2014 k2xx)). 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 oil pan bolts — m6 (to rear cover) uses a 8 mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the oil pan rear edge, bolts into rear crankshaft cover. 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 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. 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. The camshaft retainer plate bolts uses a 10 mm or T-30 Torx drive on a M8 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (standard hex bolts); 11 ft-lbs (countersunk Torx/hex bolts) at the front of block, cam retainer/thrust plate. 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 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). 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 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 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 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).

Drivetrain — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. 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)). 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 driveshaft center support bearing bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the frame crossmember. At the rubber transmission mount to transmission extension housing, the transmission mount bolt (trans-to-mount) torques to 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission); 30 ft-lbs (mount nuts at crossmember) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the pinion stem nut, plan for a 1-3/4 in or appropriate crowfoot tool on a Large coarse pinion nut thread stud; final torque is 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. (rear pinion nut / preload (gm 8.5/8.6)). 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 differential cover bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the differential cover. At the transfer case, the transfer case drain plug torques to 25 lb-ft (15mm drive, M14 x 1.5 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)). 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 front driveshaft cv joint flange bolts (4wd) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 53 ft-lbs at the front driveshaft cv joint flange to transfer case output flange. 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 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-to-engine bolts (4l60e / 4l80e) tightens to 35 ft-lbs (4L60E); 44 ft-lbs (32 Nm — 4L80E), takes a 15 mm (4L60E) / 18 mm (4L80E) driver, runs on M10x1.5 (4L60E) / M12x1.75 (4L80E) threads, located at the transmission bellhousing to engine block. 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 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 transmission/transfer case, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (transfer case mounting bolt). Differential fill plug tightens to 24 lb-ft, takes a 3/8 inch driver, runs on 3/8-18 NPT threads, located at the differential housing. 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 front axle housing, the front differential actuator bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange, plan for a 13 mm tool on a M8x1.25 (strap bolts) stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8) (rear driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange)). 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 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 driveshaft yoke, the driveshaft u-joint strap bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (1/2 inch drive, 5/16-18 thread). For the ring gear to carrier, 9.5-in axle, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 103 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive FSM) (rear ring gear bolts (gm 9.5 axle)).

Suspension — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Rear shock absorber lower bolt / nut tightens to 85 ft-lbs (upper and lower, 1500 series per Merchant Auto 2007+ FSM); 70 ft-lbs (rear axle side per some Gen2 sources), takes a 21 mm (bolt) + 21 mm (nut) driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the bottom of rear shock absorber, bolt through rear axle housing bracket. 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 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 top of rear shock absorber to frame bracket, plan for a 21 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (rear shock absorber upper bolt). 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. 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 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 torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember, plan for a 18 mm tool on a 18 mm bolt stud; final torque is No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs. (torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only)). 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 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 tie rod end stud to steering knuckle, the outer tie rod end nut torques to 48 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006); 44 ft-lbs (Gen2/Gen3 2007-2014) (22 mm drive, M14x1.5 castle nut (typical) 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). 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 front shock absorber upper mount nuts (gen2/gen3 coil-over type) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 (studs on upper mount) thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the top of strut mount / upper shock mount to frame. 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 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)).

Steering — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The pitman arm nut uses a 30mm drive on a M20 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 184 lb-ft at the steering gear output. At the frame rail, the steering gear box mounting bolt torques to 110 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 60 lb-ft (idler arm bolt). 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 dash/firewall, the steering column bracket bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 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). 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 — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2010 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 — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the rear bumper, plan for a 7mm tool on a 1/4-20 stud; final torque is 2 lb-ft (license plate screw). 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 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 engine block/bracket, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (alternator mounting bolt). Ground wire bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block/frame.

Rear Suspension — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Track bar axle bolt tightens to 110 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the rear axle. The rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the axle housing, the rear axle vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the axle to spring, plan for a 5/8 inch tool on a 7/16-20 stud; final torque is 52 lb-ft (leaf spring u-bolt). Rear shock absorber lower bolt tightens to 70 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the axle bracket. The track bar frame bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 110 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the axle to sway bar, the rear stabilizer bar link bolt torques to 44 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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.

Engine - Top End — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2010 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 exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (exhaust manifold stud). Ignition coil bolt tightens to 70 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. The fuel rail 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 map sensor bolt torques to 70 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 15mm tool on a M11 x 2.0 stud; final torque is TTY: 22+90° (cylinder head bolt). Camshaft position sensor bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head/timing cover. The intake manifold bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 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 intake manifold, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 89 lb-in (throttle body 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 throttle body/air box, the air intake tube clamp torques to 40 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread).

Transmission — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt torques to 10 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the bell housing, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (starter motor bolt). Transmission to engine bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the bell housing. 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 park/neutral switch bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the transmission case, plan for a 17mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 26 lb-ft (transmission cooler line fitting). 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 mount bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the crossmember. At the flexplate, the torque converter bolt torques to 46 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). 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).

Wheels & Brakes — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the wheel hub/knuckle, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (abs sensor bolt). Brake hose bracket bolt tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the frame/suspension. The wheel speed sensor harness clip uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 60 lb-in at the wheel hub area. 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 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 threads, located at the front/rear brake caliper. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. 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 rotor, the brake rotor set screw torques to 35 lb-in (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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 148 ft-lbs (200 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 threads, located at the front/rear caliper bracket. OEM-verified spec.

Engine - Bottom End — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2010 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 knock sensor bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block. At the timing cover, the water pump bolt torques to 11 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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 flywheel bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to TTY: 15+60° at the crankshaft. At the crankshaft, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to TTY: 37+140° (24mm drive, M16 x 2.0 thread). For the oil pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (oil pan bolt). 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 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.

Interior — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The steering wheel nut uses a 24mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) at the steering column. At the dashboard, the glove box hinge screw torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the b-pillar/floor, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (seat belt anchor bolt). Center console bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the floor/tunnel. 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. At the floor pan, the floor mat clip torques to Hand Tight (None drive, Push Clip thread). For the headliner, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is Hand Tight (sun visor screw). Dashboard mounting bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the dash to firewall.

Front Suspension — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the steering knuckle, the hub bearing retaining bolt torques to 177 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 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). Lower control arm ball joint nut tightens to 111 lb-ft, takes a 27mm driver, runs on M18 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering knuckle. 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 steering knuckle, the upper control arm ball joint nut torques to 37 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 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). Steering knuckle to hub bolt tightens to 133 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the wheel hub. The tie rod end nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the steering knuckle. At the torsion bar crossmember, the torsion bar adjuster bolt torques to Variable (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 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). 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 stabilizer bar bracket bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the frame rail.

Body & Cab — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the door jamb, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (door striker bolt). 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 hood hinge bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the hood to fender. At the cab to frame, the cab mount bolt torques to 74 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 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). 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 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 frame rail, the bumper mounting bolt - rear torques to 30 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the bed rail to tailgate, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 20 lb-ft (tailgate hinge bolt). Bumper mounting bolt - front tightens to 30 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the frame horn. The grille mounting clip uses a None drive on a Push Clip thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the radiator support. At the bed to frame, the bed mounting bolt torques to 44 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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). 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 tow hook bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 50 lb-ft at the frame horn.

Exhaust System — 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 frame/body mount, the exhaust hanger bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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). 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 oxygen sensor uses a 22mm drive on a M18 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 31 lb-ft at the exhaust pipe.

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