2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2026 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 2026 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 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2026 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 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2026 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 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 lug nuts?

The 2026 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 2026 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.

→ 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

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All 188 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fastener specs

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

Brakes — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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 front abs sensor to wheel bearing hub, plan for a 3/16 in Allen (Gen1); varies Gen2 tool on a 3/16 Allen head stud; final torque is 115 in-lbs (9.6 ft-lbs) — Gen1 GMT800 (1999-2006 per TRQ video); 13 ft-lbs — Gen2 GMT900 (2007-2013 per Merchant Auto FSM) (abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front)). 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. 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. At the caliper guide pins / slide pins to caliper bracket, the front caliper slide pin bolts torques to 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) (18 mm (outer guide pin bolt); 19 mm on some Gen2 drive, M12x1.75 (pin bolt) thread).

Engine — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. 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)). Camshaft sprocket bolts (3-bolt cam, gen iii ls) tightens to 26 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the front of camshaft, sprocket retention. The 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 valve cover to cylinder head, each bank, the valve (rocker arm) cover bolts torques to 106 in-lbs (8.8 ft-lbs) (8 mm drive, M6 thread). For the 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)). Connecting rod bolts (second design — most common, 1999+) tightens to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +75 degrees, takes a 9 mm or T-40 Torx driver, runs on M9x1.25 (bolts have retaining sleeve) threads, located at the connecting rod big-end cap. The alternator (generator) bolts uses a 15 mm / 13 mm drive on a M10x1.5 (mounting bolts); M8x1.25 (small bracket bolts) thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (bracket bolts to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to block); 18 ft-lbs (generator rear bracket to generator) at the alternator mounting to bracket; bracket to block. At the thermostat housing/water outlet at front of intake manifold, the thermostat housing (water inlet) bolts torques to 11 ft-lbs (10 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the fixed guide on passenger side of timing chain, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (Gen III LS1/LS6 reference — applies to Gen III truck engines); 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LT) (timing chain guide bolts). Cam actuator (vvt) solenoid bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (Gen IV LS with VVT — LC9, LY5, LMG, L9H, 2007+); 106 in-lbs (camshaft position sensor bolt, all Gen III), takes a 8 mm / 10 mm depending on bracket driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the front of engine block / timing cover, vvt solenoid mounting. 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 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). OEM-verified spec. For the through rubber isolator, connecting bracket to frame crossmember, plan for a 18 mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 70 ft-lbs (through bolt); 59 ft-lbs (through bolt nut) (engine mount through bolt (frame-side isolator)). Main bearing cap bolts — inner (gen iii/iv iron block) tightens to Step 1 = 15 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +80 degrees, takes a 13 mm driver, runs on M11x2.0 threads, located at the main bearing caps, inner fasteners (m11 hex bolts). 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 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 crankshaft, plan for a 1-1/16 in (27 mm) 12-point socket tool on a M21x1.5 (large crankshaft thread) stud; final torque is TTY PROCEDURE — Step 1 (old bolt, installation pass to seat balancer): 240 ft-lbs. Step 2 (NEW bolt only): 37 ft-lbs, then +140 degrees. (harmonic balancer (crankshaft damper) bolt). Engine valley cover bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valley cover (cam actuator housing cover on top of block between heads). The engine mount stud / bolt to engine block uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the block-side of front engine mount bracket. 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). Water pump bolts tightens to Step 1 = 11 ft-lbs; Step 2 (final) = 22 ft-lbs, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump to front engine cover. 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 10x m11 head bolts per head + 5x m8 inner bolts, plan for a 13 mm (M11), 10 mm (M8) tool on a M11x2.0 (long bolts); M8x1.25 (inner small bolts) stud; final torque is M11 bolts: Step 1 = 22 ft-lbs; Step 2 = +90 degrees; Step 3 = +90 degrees (bolts 1-8 / longer bolts); Step 3 = +50 degrees (bolts 9-10 / shorter outer front/rear bolts). M8 inner bolts: 22 ft-lbs (no (cylinder head bolts — m11 (all gen iii ls, gen1/gen2 trucks)). 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 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 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).

Drivetrain — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. 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 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 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 front driveshaft cv joint flange to transfer case output flange, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 53 ft-lbs (front driveshaft cv joint flange bolts (4wd)). 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 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 torque converter to flexplate (through inspection cover), the flexplate-to-torque converter bolts torques to 44 ft-lbs (4L60E); 46 ft-lbs (4L60E per some sources); 32 ft-lbs (4L80E) (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 fill 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. At the rear differential cover perimeter bolts, the rear differential cover bolts (gm 8.5/8.6 10-bolt axle) torques to 26 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 6.2L per OpenLabor Project); 30 ft-lbs (common FSM spec); general range 24-30 ft-lbs (13 mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transfer case to transmission adapter, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (adapter bolts and nuts) (transfer case-to-transmission adapter bolts / nuts (nvg246 / nvg263)). Differential cover bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the differential cover. The transfer case shield / skid plate bolts uses a 10 mm or 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the transfer case skid shield to frame. At the ring gear to carrier, 9.5-in axle, the rear ring gear bolts (gm 9.5 axle) torques to 103 ft-lbs (Merchant Automotive FSM) (18 mm drive, M12x1.25 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 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 rear driveshaft bolts (to rear pinion/differential flange) uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 (strap bolts) thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (U-joint strap/cap bolts, M8) at the rear driveshaft u-joint strap bolts at rear axle pinion flange. At the rubber transmission mount to transmission extension housing, the transmission mount bolt (trans-to-mount) torques to 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission); 30 ft-lbs (mount nuts at crossmember) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the pinion stem nut, plan for a 1-3/4 in or appropriate crowfoot tool on a Large coarse pinion nut thread stud; final torque is Pinion bearing preload (rotational): 14-19 in-lbs (new bearings), 6-8 in-lbs (used bearings). Pinion nut tightened until preload achieved — not a set ft-lb value. (rear pinion nut / preload (gm 8.5/8.6)). Transfer case drain plug tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the transfer case. 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)). Transmission-to-engine bolts (4l60e / 4l80e) tightens to 35 ft-lbs (4L60E); 44 ft-lbs (32 Nm — 4L80E), takes a 15 mm (4L60E) / 18 mm (4L80E) driver, runs on M10x1.5 (4L60E) / M12x1.75 (4L80E) threads, located at the transmission bellhousing to engine block.

Suspension — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The sway bar end links (front) uses a 15 mm or 13 mm (varies by design) drive on a M10x1.5 (typical end link nut) thread, torqued to 17 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 per Merchant Auto); 89 in-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2007 per repair video referencing OEM spec) at the front stabilizer bar end links, nut at sway bar and at control arm. At the front hub/bearing assembly 3 bolts to steering knuckle, the wheel bearing hub assembly bolts (to knuckle) torques 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) (21 mm drive, M14x1.5 (14 mm bolt) thread). 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)). Upper ball joint nut tightens to 37 ft-lbs (all generations), takes a 18 mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 castle nut (typical) threads, located at the upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle. The 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 lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle, the lower ball joint nut torques to 74 ft-lbs (Gen1 GMT800 1999-2006 — castle nut with cotter pin); 81 ft-lbs (Gen2 GMT900 2007-2013 — flange nut); 37 ft-lbs + 130 degrees (Gen2 GMT900 alternate spec / Gen3 K2XX 2014 with TTY captured-w (24 mm drive, M20x1.5 stud (typical lower ball joint stud) thread). For the top of strut mount / upper shock mount to frame, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.5 (studs on upper mount) stud; final torque is 37 ft-lbs (front shock absorber upper mount nuts (gen2/gen3 coil-over type)). Sway bar bracket bolts (front) tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the stabilizer bar insulator clamp brackets to frame. The torsion bar adjuster bolt (gen1 gmt800 only) uses a 18 mm drive on a 18 mm bolt thread, torqued to No specific torque spec — turn bolt to achieve desired ride height. Crossmember to frame bushing bolt: 70 ft-lbs. at the torsion bar adjustment bolt at crossmember. 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 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)). 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 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 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 wheel studs, all four corners, plan for a 22mm (13/16") tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (lug nuts).

Steering — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the steering gear output, the pitman arm nut torques to 184 lb-ft (30mm drive, M20 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). Steering gear box mounting bolt tightens to 110 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 2.0 threads, located at the frame rail. The power steering pump mounting bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 37 lb-ft at the engine block/bracket. At the steering gear/pump, the power steering hose fitting torques to 20 lb-ft (19mm drive, M16 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). Steering shaft pinch bolt tightens to 22 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering column. 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.

Body — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the cab-to-frame body mount bolts, rubber isolators (6 per side typically), plan for a 24 mm tool on a M16x1.5 or 5/8"-11 stud; final torque is 122 ft-lbs (165 Nm) (cab mount bolts). 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.

Electrical — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Electrical fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Ground wire bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block/frame. 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/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). 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 battery terminal bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 11 lb-ft at the battery post.

Engine - Top End — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Top End fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The intake manifold bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 89 lb-in at the intake manifold. At the 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). Map sensor bolt tightens to 70 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 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 exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the throttle body/air box, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 40 lb-in (air intake tube clamp). 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 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 egr valve bolt torques to 15 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the intake manifold, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 89 lb-in (fuel rail bolt). Ignition coil bolt tightens to 70 lb-in, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 106 lb-in at the valve cover. At the cylinder head, the exhaust manifold stud torques to 15 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (pcv valve grommet bolt).

Wheels & Brakes — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Wheels & Brakes fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the firewall/booster, the brake master cylinder mounting nut torques to 20 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the brake caliper, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 30 lb-ft (brake line banjo bolt). Brake hose bracket bolt tightens to 15 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the frame/suspension. The brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm), then +30-45° (torque-to-yield — replace bolts) at the front/rear caliper bracket. At the brake rotor, the brake rotor set screw torques to 35 lb-in (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. Parking brake cable bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the rear caliper/drum. 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 wheels, the wheel lug nut torques to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (22mm (13/16") drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the wheel hub area, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 60 lb-in (wheel speed sensor harness clip).

Body & Cab — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Body & Cab fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the frame horn, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 50 lb-ft (tow hook 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 cab mount bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 74 lb-ft at the cab to frame. At the frame rail, the skid plate bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 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). 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 grille mounting clip uses a None drive on a Push Clip thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the radiator support. At the bed rail to tailgate, the tailgate hinge bolt torques to 20 lb-ft (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the bed rail, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 15 lb-ft (bed rail tie-down). Fender mounting bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the fender to cab. 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. At the hood to fender, the hood hinge bolt torques to 18 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the cab/frame, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 35 lb-ft (running board mounting bolt). 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 bed mounting bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 44 lb-ft at the bed to frame.

Rear Suspension — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Rear Suspension fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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 front eye bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 95 lb-ft at the front spring hanger. At the frame rail, the rear shock absorber upper bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread). For the frame rail, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 110 lb-ft (track bar frame bolt). Rear 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 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 axle to sway bar, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 44 lb-ft (rear stabilizer bar link bolt). Rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the frame rail. The rear shock absorber lower bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the axle bracket.

Interior — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Interior fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The center console bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 80 lb-in at the floor/tunnel. 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 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 seat track to floor, the seat mounting bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10 x 1.5 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.

Front Suspension — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Front Suspension fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At the frame bracket, the upper control arm frame bolt torques to 140 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 2.0 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). Tie rod end nut tightens to 44 lb-ft, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The lower control arm ball joint nut uses a 27mm drive on a M18 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 111 lb-ft at the steering knuckle. At the frame rail, the stabilizer bar bracket bolt torques to 37 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). Steering knuckle to hub bolt tightens to 133 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.75 threads, located at the wheel hub. The stabilizer bar link nut uses a 18mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 17 lb-ft at the sway bar to control arm. At the steering knuckle, the upper control arm ball joint nut torques to 37 lb-ft (21mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the frame bracket, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 107 lb-ft (lower control arm frame bolt). 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 hub bearing retaining bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 177 lb-ft at the steering knuckle.

Engine - Bottom End — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine - Bottom End fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. For the oil pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 18 lb-ft (oil pan bolt). 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 crankshaft pulley bolt uses a 24mm drive on a M16 x 2.0 thread, torqued to TTY: 37+140° at the crankshaft. At the timing cover, the water pump bolt torques to 11 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the engine block/timing cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (crankshaft position sensor bolt). Oil filter adapter bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the engine block. The flywheel bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to TTY: 15+60° at the crankshaft. At the engine block, the timing chain cover 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. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The knock sensor bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18 lb-ft at the engine block. At the intake manifold/block, the thermostat housing bolt torques to 11 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread).

Exhaust System — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Exhaust System fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Tailpipe clamp bolt tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the tailpipe connection. The exhaust pipe flange bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 25 lb-ft at the exhaust manifold. At the 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 hanger bolt tightens to 18 lb-ft, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the frame/body mount. 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.

Transmission — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The transmission cooler line fitting uses a 17mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 26 lb-ft at the transmission case. At the transmission top, the transmission vent tube bolt torques to 60 lb-in (8mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the crossmember, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 x 1.75 stud; final torque is 37 lb-ft (transmission mount bolt). Starter motor bolt tightens to 37 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.5 threads, located at the bell housing. 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 transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt torques to 10 lb-ft (10mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the transmission case, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 80 lb-in (park/neutral switch bolt). 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 crossmember bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12 x 1.75 thread, torqued to 70 lb-ft at the frame rail. At the bell housing, the transmission to engine bolt torques to 37 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12 x 1.75 thread).

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