2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2024 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 2024 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.

Fourth generation (T1XX, 2019–present)

The 2024 Silverado 1500 is built on GM's T1XX platform (2019–present), with a 355-hp 5.3-liter and an available 420-hp 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8. These engines use Dynamic Fuel Management, which can run any of 17 cylinder patterns rather than the earlier system's simple eight-or-four switch.

The six-lug, M14x1.5 wheel-stud convention carries over from the K2XX generation. As before, the aluminum V8 blocks mean fasteners threading into soft alloy should be set with a calibrated wrench.

Common fastener categories on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2024 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2024 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 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2024 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 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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All 183 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2024 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 183 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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 (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per YouTube repair video — 18 mm pins); 80 ft-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2006 per TRQ video); 74 ft-lbs (Gen3 K2XX 2014 per TRQ video) (front caliper slide pin bolts). Front brake caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts tightens to 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm), then +30-45° (torque-to-yield — replace bolts), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 or M16x1.5 (18 mm hex head) threads, located at the caliper bracket (anchor plate) bolts to steering knuckle. OEM-verified spec.

Engine — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The valve (rocker arm) cover bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M6 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the valve cover to cylinder head, each bank. At the oil filter mount on engine block or adapter, the oil filter torques to 22 ft-lbs (Oil filter wrench (65 mm or 14-flute cap type) drive, 3/4"-16 (SAE spin-on thread) thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. 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). 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 throttle body bolts uses a 8 mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) at the throttle body to intake manifold (4 bolts). At the block-side of front engine mount bracket, the engine mount stud / bolt to engine block torques to 37 ft-lbs (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the front of 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). 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 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 rocker arms on cylinder head, the rocker arm (valve lifter) bolts torques to 22 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the front of block, cam retainer/thrust plate, plan for a 10 mm or T-30 Torx tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (standard hex bolts); 11 ft-lbs (countersunk Torx/hex bolts) (camshaft retainer plate bolts). Thermostat housing (water inlet) bolts tightens to 11 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the thermostat housing/water outlet at front of intake manifold. 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 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 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 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 power steering pump bolts uses a 13 mm or 15 mm depending on bolt drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (pump to bracket); 18 ft-lbs (bracket to block) at the power steering pump to bracket / block. At the main bearing caps, side bolts (horizontal), the main bearing cap side bolts torques to 18 ft-lbs (Gen III/IV iron block). 22 ft-lbs + 60 degrees (Gen V LT aluminum block 2014). (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 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)). Timing chain guide bolts tightens to 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT), takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain. The exhaust manifold bolts uses a 10 mm or 13 mm (varies by year — some use Torx) drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 2-stage: Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 18 ft-lbs. (New cylinder head: 11 ft-lbs first pass per some sources.) at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, 8 bolts per side. At the 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 alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block, plan for a 15 mm / 13 mm tool on a M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator) (alternator (generator) 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).

Drivetrain — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. 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 differential housing, plan for a 3/8 inch tool on a 3/8-18 NPT stud; final torque is 24 lb-ft (differential drain plug). Transfer case-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 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 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). Transmission crossmember bolts (to frame) tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the transmission crossmember/support bracket to frame rails. 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 case bottom/side, the transfer case drain/fill plug (nvg246 / nvg263) torques to 15 ft-lbs (3/8 in square drive or 24 mm socket drive, 3/8" NPT (pipe thread) or metric depending on case thread). For the transfer case skid shield to frame, plan for a 10 mm or 13 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (transfer case shield / skid plate bolts). Rear ring gear bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 axle) tightens to 65 ft-lbs (Crawlpedia/Sierra Gear reference); 89 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ factory manual), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 (ring gear bolts) threads, located at the ring gear to differential carrier. The driveshaft u-joint strap bolt uses a 1/2 inch drive on a 5/16-18 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the driveshaft yoke. At the differential housing, the differential fill plug torques to 24 lb-ft (3/8 inch drive, 3/8-18 NPT thread). For the transmission bellhousing to engine block, plan for a 15 mm (4L60E) / 18 mm (4L80E) tool on a M10x1.5 (4L60E) / M12x1.75 (4L80E) stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (4L60E); 44 ft-lbs (32 Nm — 4L80E) (transmission-to-engine bolts (4l60e / 4l80e)). 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 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, the transfer case drain plug torques to 25 lb-ft (15mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the rear differential cover perimeter bolts, plan for a 13 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 6.2L per OpenLabor Project); 30 ft-lbs (common FSM spec); general range 24-30 ft-lbs (rear differential cover bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 10-bolt axle)). 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 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 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 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)). 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 transmission mount bolt (trans-to-mount) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission); 30 ft-lbs (mount nuts at crossmember) at the rubber transmission mount to transmission extension housing. 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).

Suspension — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. For the u-bolts clamping rear axle to leaf spring pack, plan for a 7/8 in or 22 mm tool on a 9/16-18 UNF (typical 1500 U-bolt) stud; final torque is 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 1999-2006 per multiple sources); 53 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive 2007+ FSM, 1500 series) (rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts (1500 series)). Front shock absorber upper mount nuts (gen2/gen3 coil-over type) tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 (studs on upper mount) threads, located at the top of strut mount / upper shock mount to frame. The rear shock absorber lower bolt / nut uses a 21 mm (bolt) + 21 mm (nut) drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs (upper and lower, 1500 series per Merchant Auto 2007+ FSM); 70 ft-lbs (rear axle side per some Gen2 sources) at the bottom of rear shock absorber, bolt through rear axle housing bracket. At the torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember, the torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only) torques to No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs. (18 mm drive, 18 mm bolt thread). For the 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)). 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 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 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 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). 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 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 upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle, the upper ball joint nut torques to 37 ft-lbs (all generations) (18 mm drive, M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) thread). For the stabilizer bar insulator clamp brackets to frame, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (sway bar bracket bolts (front)). 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 lug nuts uses a 22mm (13/16") drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) at the wheel studs, all four corners.

Steering — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Power steering pump mounting bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the engine block/bracket. The steering 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 frame rail, the steering gear box mounting bolt torques to 110 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the dash/firewall, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (steering column bracket bolt). Pitman arm nut tightens to 184 lb-ft, takes a 30mm driver, runs on M20 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering gear output. The idler arm bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 60 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the steering gear/pump, the power steering hose fitting torques to 20 lb-ft (19mm drive, M16 x 1.5 thread). For the pitman arm/knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 44 lb-ft (drag link end nut).

Body — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). At the pickup box/bed to frame mounting bolts, the bed / box mount bolts torques to Approximately 50-60 ft-lbs (range cited by GM service community; exact FSM spec varies by year — use FSM for your VIN) (18 mm drive, M12x1.75 thread).

Electrical — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the engine block/bracket, the alternator mounting bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the rear bumper, plan for a 7mm tool on a 1/4-20 stud; final torque is 2 lb-ft (license plate screw). 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 ground wire bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block/frame. At the various locations, the wiring harness bracket bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). 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).

Interior — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). Sun visor screw tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the headliner. The glove box hinge screw uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the dashboard. At the floor/tunnel, the center console bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the seat track to floor, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (seat mounting bolt). Seat belt anchor bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the b-pillar/floor. The 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 pan, the floor mat clip torques to Hand Tight (None drive, Push Clip thread).

Front Suspension — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Upper control arm ball joint nut tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering knuckle. 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 upper shock mount, the shock absorber upper nut torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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). 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 steering knuckle to hub bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 133 lb-ft at the wheel hub. At the 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). Lower control arm frame bolt tightens to 107 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the frame bracket. 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 hub bearing retaining bolt torques to 177 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (stabilizer bar bracket bolt).

Wheels & Brakes — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The abs sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the wheel hub/knuckle. At the frame/suspension, the brake hose bracket bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the front/rear brake caliper, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm), then +30-45° (torque-to-yield — replace bolts) (brake caliper mounting bolt). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Wheel speed sensor harness clip tightens to 60 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the wheel hub area. The 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 rear caliper/drum, the parking brake cable bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the front/rear caliper bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm), then +30-45° (torque-to-yield — replace bolts) (brake caliper bracket bolt). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. 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 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).

Transmission — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2024 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 flexplate, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 46 lb-ft (torque converter bolt). Transmission mount bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the crossmember. The transmission crossmember bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the transmission case, the park/neutral switch bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the transmission top, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (transmission vent tube bolt). Transmission 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 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 shifter, the shift linkage bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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).

Engine - Top End — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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). 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 spark plug uses a 5/8 in. (16mm) drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm) at the cylinder head. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt torques to 89 lb-in (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 70 lb-in (map sensor bolt). Exhaust manifold stud tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The pcv valve grommet bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 60 lb-in at the valve cover. At the intake manifold, the fuel rail bolt torques to 89 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 70 lb-in (ignition coil bolt). Egr valve bolt tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the intake manifold. The throttle body bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 89 lb-in at the intake manifold. At the cylinder head/timing cover, the camshaft position sensor bolt torques to 80 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 106 lb-in (valve cover 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 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.

Engine - Bottom End — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2024 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 oil pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the oil pan. At the engine block, the knock sensor bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (12mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the crankshaft, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is TTY: 15+60° (flywheel bolt). Oil drain plug tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the oil pan. OEM-verified spec. The crankshaft position sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the engine block/timing cover. At the engine block, the oil filter adapter bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the crankshaft, plan for a 24mm tool on a M16 x 2.0 stud; final torque is TTY: 37+140° (crankshaft pulley bolt). Thermostat housing bolt tightens to 11 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the intake manifold/block. 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 engine block to frame, the engine mount bolt - front torques to 59 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the timing cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 11 lb-ft (water pump bolt).

Rear Suspension — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The rear shock absorber upper bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the front spring hanger, the leaf spring front eye bolt torques to 95 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 thread). For the 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). Track bar frame bolt tightens to 110 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the frame rail. The 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 to sway bar, the rear stabilizer bar link bolt torques to 44 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the rear axle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 110 lb-ft (track bar axle bolt). Leaf spring rear shackle bolt tightens to 70 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the rear spring shackle. The leaf spring u-bolt uses a 5/8 inch drive on a 7/16-20 thread, torqued to 52 lb-ft at the axle to spring. At the axle housing, the rear axle vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread).

Body & Cab — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the frame horn, the radiator support bolt torques to 18 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). 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 bumper mounting bolt - rear uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 30 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the fender to cab, the fender mounting bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the 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 bed rail tie-down uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15 lb-ft at the bed rail. At the frame horn, the tow hook bolt torques to 50 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the hood to fender, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (hood hinge bolt). 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 bed mounting bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the bed to frame. At the door jamb, the door striker bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the cab to frame, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 74 lb-ft (cab mount bolt). Grille mounting clip tightens to Hand Tight, takes a None driver, runs on Push Clip threads, located at the radiator support.

Exhaust System — 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (exhaust pipe flange bolt). Muffler clamp bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the muffler connection. The exhaust hanger bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the frame/body mount. At the exhaust pipe flange, the catalytic converter bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the tailpipe connection, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 25 lb-ft (tailpipe clamp bolt). Oxygen sensor tightens to 31 lb-ft, takes a 22mm driver, runs on M18 x 1.5 threads, located at the exhaust pipe.

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