2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2016 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 2016 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 2016 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 2016 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 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2016 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 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2016 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 2016 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.

→ 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine & transmission mount torque specs

All 183 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 3 of the 183 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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). 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 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 wheel cylinder to brake backing plate, the rear drum brake wheel cylinder bolts torques to 11-17 ft-lbs (typical GM range for wheel cylinder mounting bolts) (13 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the caliper guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket, plan for a 18 mm (outer guide pin bolt); 19 mm on some Gen2 tool on a M12x1.75 (pin bolt) stud; final torque is 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm) (front caliper slide pin bolts). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Engine — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. 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 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. OEM-verified spec. At the individual coil mounting bolts to coil bracket on valve cover, the ignition coil pack bolts (coil-to-bracket) torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the 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)). Power steering pump bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block), takes a 13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the power steering pump to bracket / block. The 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 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 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). 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 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 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 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). Engine front cover bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing chain/front cover to engine 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 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 block-side of front engine mount bracket, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (engine mount stud / bolt to engine block). Timing chain guide bolts tightens to 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT), takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain. The main bearing cap side bolts uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (Gen III/IV iron block). 22 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen V LT aluminum block 2014). at the main bearing caps, side bolts (horizontal). At the oil pan rear edge, bolts into rear crankshaft cover, the oil pan bolts — m6 (to rear cover) torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the throttle body to intake manifold (4 bolts), plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (throttle body 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 oil pan bolts — m8 (to block and front cover) uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan perimeter bolts, sides and front. 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 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).

Drivetrain — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. 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 transfer case skid shield to frame, the transfer case shield / skid plate bolts torques to 15 ft-lbs (10 mm or 13 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission crossmember/support bracket to frame rails, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (transmission crossmember bolts (to frame)). Rear driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange) tightens to 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8), takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 (strap bolts) threads, located at the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange. The 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 rear differential cover, gen2 trucks with 9.5 axle, the rear differential cover bolts (gm 9.5 axle) torques to 30 ft-lbs (13 mm or 15 mm drive, M8x1.25 or M10x1.5 thread). For the outer end of front half-shaft, axle nut at hub, plan for a 35 mm or 36 mm socket tool on a M28x1.5 or 1-5/16"-18 (large spindle nut) stud; final torque is 177 ft-lbs (1999-2009); 188 ft-lbs (2010+) (front wheel hub / axle nut (4wd)). 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 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 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 driveshaft yoke, plan for a 1/2 inch tool on a 5/16-18 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (driveshaft u-joint strap bolt). Transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263) tightens to 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the transfer case to transmission adapter. The 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 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 differential cover, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (differential cover bolt). Transfer case drain/fill plug (nvg246 / nvg263) tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 3/8 in square drive or 24 mm socket driver, runs on 3/8" NPT (pipe thread) or metric depending on case threads, located at the transfer case case bottom/side. The differential fill plug uses a 3/8 inch drive on a 3/8-18 NPT thread, torqued to 24 lb-ft at the differential housing. At the 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 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)). 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 front differential actuator bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the front axle housing. At the transmission 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 transfer case, plan for a 15mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (transfer case drain plug). Driveshaft center support bearing bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame crossmember. 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.

Suspension — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the u-bolts clamping rear axle to leaf spring pack, the rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts (1500 series) torques to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006 per multiple sources); 53 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ FSM, 1500 series) (7/8 in or 22 mm drive, 9/16-18 UNF (typical 1500 U-bolt) thread). For the upper control arm to frame bracket, plan for a 24 mm (nut side); hold bolt head tool on a M16x1.5 or M18 stud; final torque is 140 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 / Gen3 K2XX) (upper control arm pivot bolts (frame side)). 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 steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 (pinch bolt) thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (upper coupling to column shaft, 2000-2006 per 1AAuto); 35 ft-lbs (lower coupling to rack/gear, 2000-2006); 30 ft-lbs (pre-2000 GMT800 per 1988-1999 repair video) at the intermediate steering shaft, upper and lower pinch bolts. At the wheel studs, all four corners, the lug nuts torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (22mm (13/16") drive, M14x1.5 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)). 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 lower control arm front and rear pivot bolts to frame, the lower control arm pivot bolts (front, frame side) torques to 129 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006, Gen2 2007-2013); 133 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen2 2007-2013 torsion-bar trucks — coil-spring trucks may differ) (24 mm (nut); hold bolt drive, M16x1.5 (front pivot); M16x1.5 (rear pivot) thread). For the upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (all generations) (upper ball joint nut). Sway bar end links (front) tightens to 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec), takes a 15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) driver, runs on M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) threads, located at the front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm. The outer tie rod end nut uses a 22 mm drive on a M14x1.5 castle nut (typical) thread, torqued to 48 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006); 44 ft-lbs (Gen2/Gen3 2007-2014) at the tie rod end stud to steering knuckle. At the bottom of strut/shock, bolt to lower control arm or knuckle, the front shock absorber lower mount bolt (gen2/gen3) torques to 37 ft-lbs (Shock Module to Lower Control Arm — Gen2/Gen3 per FSM) (18 mm drive, M12x1.75 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)). 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.

Steering — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). 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 steering shaft pinch bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 22 lb-ft at the steering column. At the engine block/bracket, the power steering pump mounting bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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 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).

Body — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Bed / box mount bolts tightens to Approximately 50-60 ft-lbs (range cited by GM service community; exact FSM spec varies by year — use FSM for your VIN), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the pickup box/bed to frame mounting bolts. The cab mount bolts uses a 24 mm drive on a M16x1.5 or 5/8"-11 thread, torqued to 122 ft-lbs (165 Nm) at the cab-to-frame body mount bolts, rubber isolators (6 per side typically).

Electrical — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The battery hold-down bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the battery tray. At the engine block/frame, the ground wire bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the various locations, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (wiring harness bracket 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 battery terminal bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the battery post. At the rear bumper, the license plate screw torques to 2 lb-ft (7mm drive, 1/4-20 thread).

Rear Suspension — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 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). 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 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 frame rail, the rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the axle bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 70 lb-ft (rear shock absorber lower bolt). Leaf spring front eye bolt tightens to 95 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the front spring hanger. The rear axle vent tube bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 60 lb-in at the axle housing. At the frame rail, the rear shock absorber upper bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the rear spring shackle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 70 lb-ft (leaf spring rear shackle bolt).

Body & Cab — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the frame horn, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 30 lb-ft (bumper mounting bolt - front). Cab mount bolt tightens to 74 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the cab to frame. 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 cab/frame, the running board mounting bolt torques to 35 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). 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 skid plate bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the radiator support, the grille mounting clip torques to Hand Tight (None drive, Push Clip 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). 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 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 frame horn, the tow hook bolt torques to 50 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the fender to cab, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (fender mounting bolt). Radiator support bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame horn. The bed mounting bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the bed to frame.

Engine - Top End — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Pcv valve grommet bolt tightens to 60 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. The camshaft position sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the cylinder head/timing cover. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 106 lb-in (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 89 lb-in (fuel rail bolt). Exhaust manifold bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold stud uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the cylinder head. At the valve cover, the ignition coil bolt torques to 70 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the fuel rail, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (fuel injector retainer bolt). Spark plug tightens to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm), takes a 5/8 in. (16mm) driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The map sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 70 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 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 89 lb-in (intake manifold bolt). Cylinder head bolt tightens to TTY: 22+90°, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M11 x 2.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. The air intake tube clamp uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 40 lb-in at the throttle body/air box. At the intake manifold, the throttle body bolt torques to 89 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread).

Wheels & Brakes — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 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 caliper bracket bolt tightens to 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the front/rear caliper bracket. The brake master cylinder mounting nut uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 20 lb-ft at the firewall/booster. 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 21mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm) (brake caliper mounting bolt). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Abs sensor bolt tightens to 80 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the wheel hub/knuckle. 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 frame/suspension, the brake hose bracket bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread).

Front Suspension — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the frame bracket, the lower control arm frame bolt torques to 107 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the 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). 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 upper nut uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the upper shock mount. At the torsion bar crossmember, the torsion bar adjuster bolt torques to Variable (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 44 lb-ft (tie rod end nut). 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 upper control arm frame bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 140 lb-ft at the frame bracket. 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 sway bar to control arm, plan for a 18mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 17 lb-ft (stabilizer bar link nut). Shock absorber lower bolt tightens to 59 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the lower control arm. 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.

Engine - Bottom End — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). 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 timing chain cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (15mm drive, M12x1.75 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 mount bolt - front tightens to 59 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the engine block to frame. The 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 crankshaft, the flywheel bolt torques to TTY: 15+60° (15mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the engine block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (knock sensor bolt). Oil pan bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the oil pan. The water pump bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the timing cover. At the crankshaft, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to TTY: 37+140° (24mm drive, M16 x 2.0 thread).

Transmission — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt torques to 10 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the transmission top, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (transmission vent tube bolt). Transmission cooler line fitting tightens to 26 lb-ft, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the transmission case. The transmission to engine bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the bell housing. At the frame rail, the transmission crossmember bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 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). 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 park/neutral switch bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the transmission case.

Interior — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The dashboard mounting bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the dash to firewall. At the headliner, the sun visor 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). Glove box hinge screw tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the dashboard. 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 floor/tunnel, the center console bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the floor pan, plan for a None tool on a Push Clip stud; final torque is Hand Tight (floor mat clip). Seat mounting bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the seat track to floor.

Exhaust System — 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2016 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 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 tailpipe clamp bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the tailpipe connection. At the frame/body mount, the exhaust hanger bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the exhaust pipe flange, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (catalytic converter bolt).

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