2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2014 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 2014 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.

Third generation (K2XX, 2014–2018)

The 2014 Silverado 1500 rides on GM's K2XX platform (2014–2018), powered by the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 (355 hp) with an available 420-hp 6.2-liter V8 on upper trims. Both use Active Fuel Management, deactivating four cylinders under light load to save fuel.

Wheels use a six-lug pattern on M14x1.5 studs. The EcoTec3 V8s are aluminum-block engines, so most cover, manifold, and accessory fasteners thread into soft alloy and depend on accurate clamp load rather than force.

Common fastener categories on the 2014 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 2014 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 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2014 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 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2014 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 2014 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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→ 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine & transmission mount torque specs

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All 188 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2014 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. 5 of the 188 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2014 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 guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket, the front caliper slide pin bolts torques to 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm) (18 mm (outer guide pin bolt); 19 mm on some Gen2 drive, M12x1.75 (pin bolt) thread). OEM-verified spec. For the caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts to steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 or M16x1.5 (18 mm hex head) stud; final torque is 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm) (front brake caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front) tightens 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), takes a 3/16 in Allen (Gen1); varies Gen2 driver, runs on 3/16 Allen head threads, located at the front abs sensor to wheel bearing hub. The rear brake caliper bracket bolts (disc brake trucks) uses a 18 mm drive on a M16x1.5 (18 mm hex) thread, torqued to 148 ft-lbs (Gen3 K2XX 2014 confirmed by TRQ repair video) at the rear caliper bracket to rear axle/knuckle flange.

Engine — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the power steering pump to bracket / block, the power steering pump bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block) (13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, 8 bolts per side, plan for a 10 mm or 13 mm (varies by year — some use Torx) tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 2-stage: Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 18 ft-lbs. (New cylinder head: 11 ft-lbs first pass per some sources.) (exhaust manifold bolts). 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 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 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 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)). Harmonic balancer (crankshaft damper) bolt tightens 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., takes a 1-1/16 in (27 mm) 12-point socket driver, runs on M21x1.5 (large crankshaft thread) threads, located at the front of crankshaft. The oil filter uses a Oil filter wrench (65 mm or 14-flute cap type) drive on a 3/4"-16 (SAE spin-on thread) thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the oil filter mount on engine block or adapter. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the cylinder head — 8 plugs on v8, 6 on v6, the spark plug torques to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm) (5/8 in. (16mm) drive, M14x1.25 thread). For the oil pan rear edge, bolts into rear crankshaft cover, plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (oil pan bolts — m6 (to rear cover)). Cylinder head bolts — m11 (all gen iii ls, gen1/gen2 trucks) tightens 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 , takes a 13 mm (M11), 10 mm (M8) driver, runs on M11x2.0 (long bolts); M8x1.25 (inner small bolts) threads, located at the 10x m11 head bolts per head + 5x m8 inner bolts. 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 timing chain/front cover to engine block, the engine front cover bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the valve cover to cylinder head, each bank, plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (valve (rocker arm) cover bolts). Main bearing cap side bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (Gen III/IV iron block). 22 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen V LT aluminum block 2014)., takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the main bearing caps, side bolts (horizontal). The intake manifold bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to Step 1 = 44 in-lbs; Step 2 = 89 in-lbs (7.4 ft-lbs final) at the lower intake manifold to cylinder heads (composite manifold, 10 bolts). At the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain, the timing chain guide bolts torques to 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT) (10 mm drive, M8 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). 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 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 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 rocker arms on cylinder head, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (rocker arm (valve lifter) bolts). Engine 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 connecting rod bolts (second design — most common, 1999+) uses a 9 mm or T-40 Torx drive on a M9x1.25 (bolts have retaining sleeve) thread, torqued to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +75 degrees at the connecting rod big-end cap. 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 driver's side of timing chain, block-mounted tensioner, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (timing chain tensioner 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 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 camshaft, sprocket retention, the camshaft sprocket bolts (3-bolt cam, gen iii ls) torques to 26 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8 thread). For the valley cover (cam actuator housing cover on top of block between heads), plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (engine valley cover 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.

Drivetrain — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. 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)). 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 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 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 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)). Differential drain 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 front wheel hub / axle nut (4wd) uses a 35 mm or 36 mm socket drive on a M28x1.5 or 1-5/16"-18 (large spindle nut) thread, torqued to 177 ft-lbs (1999-2009); 188 ft-lbs (2010+) at the outer end of front half-shaft, axle nut at hub. 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 transfer case, plan for a 15mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (transfer case drain plug). Front differential cover bolts (aam 9.25-in ifs, 4wd) tightens to 24 ft-lbs (drain/fill plug); cover bolt torque ~ 30 ft-lbs (same as rear cover), takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 (cover bolts) threads, located at the front differential cover bolts on aam 9.25 ifs axle. The flexplate-to-torque converter bolts uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 44 ft-lbs (4L60E); 46 ft-lbs (4L60E per some sources); 32 ft-lbs (4L80E) at the torque converter to flexplate (through inspection cover). At the frame crossmember, the driveshaft center support bearing bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the front axle housing, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (front differential actuator bolt). 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 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 to transmission adapter, the transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263) torques to 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 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). 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 threads, located at the pinion stem nut. The rear ring gear bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 axle) uses a 18 mm drive on a M12x1.25 (ring gear bolts) thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs (Crawlpedia/Sierra Gear reference); 89 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ factory manual) at the ring gear to differential carrier. 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 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). 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 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 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)).

Suspension — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts (1500 series) tightens to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006 per multiple sources); 53 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ FSM, 1500 series), takes a 7/8 in or 22 mm driver, runs on 9/16-18 UNF (typical 1500 U-bolt) threads, located at the u-bolts clamping rear axle to leaf spring pack. The wheel bearing hub assembly bolts (to knuckle) uses a 21 mm drive on a M14x1.5 (14 mm bolt) thread, torqued 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) at the front hub/bearing assembly 3 bolts to steering knuckle. 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 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). 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 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 top of rear shock absorber to frame bracket, the rear shock absorber upper bolt torques to 85 ft-lbs (21 mm drive, M12x1.75 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). Torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only) tightens to No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs., takes a 18 mm driver, runs on 18 mm bolt threads, located at the torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember. 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 front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm, plan for a 15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) tool on a M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) stud; final torque is 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec) (sway bar end links (front)). 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 front shock absorber lower mount bolt (gen2/gen3) uses a 18 mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (Shock Module to Lower Control Arm — Gen2/Gen3 per FSM) at the bottom of strut/shock, bolt to lower control arm or knuckle. At the intermediate steering shaft, upper and lower pinch bolts, the steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt torques to 37 ft-lbs (upper coupling to column shaft, 2000-2006 per 1AAuto); 35 ft-lbs (lower coupling to rack/gear, 2000-2006); 30 ft-lbs (pre-2000 GMT800 per 1988-1999 repair video) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 (pinch bolt) thread). For the lower control arm front and rear pivot bolts to frame, plan for a 24 mm (nut); hold bolt tool on a M16x1.5 (front pivot); M16x1.5 (rear pivot) stud; final torque is 129 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006, Gen2 2007-2013); 133 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen2 2007-2013 torsion-bar trucks — coil-spring trucks may differ) (lower control arm pivot bolts (front, frame side)).

Steering — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2014 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 gear output, the pitman arm nut torques to 184 lb-ft (30mm drive, M20 x 1.5 thread). For the steering column, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 22 lb-ft (steering shaft pinch bolt). 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. The steering column bracket bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the dash/firewall. 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). 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.

Body — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2014 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 — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the battery post, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 11 lb-ft (battery terminal bolt). Wiring harness bracket bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the various locations. The alternator 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 rear bumper, the license plate screw torques to 2 lb-ft (7mm drive, 1/4-20 thread). 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). 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.

Engine - Bottom End — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Water pump bolt tightens to 11 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The flywheel bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to TTY: 15+60° at the crankshaft. 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 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (timing chain cover bolt). Crankshaft pulley bolt tightens to TTY: 37+140°, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M16 x 2.0 threads, located at the crankshaft. The oil filter adapter bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the engine block to frame, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 59 lb-ft (engine mount bolt - front). Oil drain plug tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the oil pan. The thermostat housing bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the intake manifold/block. At the engine block, the knock sensor bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (12mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread).

Interior — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 steering column, the steering wheel nut torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (24mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the floor pan, plan for a None tool on a Push Clip stud; final torque is Hand Tight (floor mat clip). Sun visor screw tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the headliner. 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 dashboard, the glove box hinge screw torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 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). Center console bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the floor/tunnel.

Exhaust System — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). Exhaust pipe flange bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the exhaust manifold. The catalytic converter bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the exhaust pipe flange. At the 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).

Body & Cab — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2014 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). 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 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 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). Tailgate hinge bolt tightens to 20 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the bed rail to tailgate. The fender mounting bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the fender to cab. At the frame rail, the skid plate bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the radiator support, plan for a None tool on a Push Clip stud; final torque is Hand Tight (grille mounting clip). Bumper mounting bolt - rear tightens to 30 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the frame 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/frame, the running board mounting bolt torques to 35 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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). Tow hook bolt tightens to 50 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the frame horn. The door hinge bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 20 lb-ft at the door to cab pillar.

Engine - Top End — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Fuel rail bolt tightens to 89 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the intake manifold. The ignition coil bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 70 lb-in at the valve cover. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 106 lb-in (10mm 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). Air intake tube clamp tightens to 40 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the throttle body/air box. 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 valve cover, the pcv valve grommet bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 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). 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 exhaust manifold bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the exhaust manifold. At the fuel rail, the fuel injector retainer bolt torques to 80 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). 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 map sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 70 lb-in at the intake manifold.

Rear Suspension — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The track bar axle bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 110 lb-ft at the rear axle. At the axle to spring, the leaf spring u-bolt torques to 52 lb-ft (5/8 inch drive, 7/16-20 thread). For the front spring hanger, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 95 lb-ft (leaf spring front eye 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 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 frame rail, the track bar frame bolt torques to 110 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt). Rear axle vent tube bolt tightens to 60 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the axle housing. 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.

Wheels & Brakes — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 brake caliper, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm) (brake caliper mounting bolt). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Brake line banjo bolt tightens to 30 lb-ft, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.0 threads, located at the brake caliper. The 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 rear caliper/drum, the parking brake cable bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm 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). 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. The brake rotor set screw uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 35 lb-in at the brake rotor. 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 front/rear caliper bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm) (brake caliper bracket bolt). OEM-verified spec.

Transmission — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the frame rail, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 70 lb-ft (transmission crossmember 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 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 top, the transmission vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 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). 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 shift linkage bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the transmission shifter. At the crossmember, the transmission mount bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 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). Park/neutral switch bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the transmission case.

Front Suspension — 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 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 hub bearing retaining bolt torques to 177 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 27mm tool on a M18 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 111 lb-ft (lower control arm ball joint nut). Shock absorber upper nut tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the upper shock mount. The lower control arm frame bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 107 lb-ft at the frame bracket. At the steering knuckle, the tie rod end nut torques to 44 lb-ft (21mm 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). 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 upper control arm ball joint nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the steering knuckle. 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 wheel hub, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 133 lb-ft (steering knuckle to hub bolt).

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