2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe lug nut torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), tightened with a 22mm 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 · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

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 2020 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.

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 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), using a 22mm 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 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe lug nuts?

The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe uses a 22mm 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 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe years

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

→ 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 8 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 4 of the 8 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. For the all six wheels, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (lug nut). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Brakes — 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Brake fasteners on the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Front brake caliper slide pin tightens to 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the front caliper slide pin. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 170 ft-lbs (230 Nm) at the front brake caliper bracket to knuckle.

Engine — 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The spark plug uses a 5/8 in. (16mm) drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 11 ft-lbs (15 Nm) at the cylinder head. OEM-verified spec. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 18 ft-lbs (24 Nm) (15mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Suspension — 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the front sway bar end link to bracket, the sway bar end link nut torques to 67 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front axle hub bearing nut, plan for a 36mm tool on a M28x1.5 stud; final torque is 177 ft-lbs (front hub/bearing nut (4wd)).

Steering — 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. For the outer tie rod end to steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 55 ft-lbs (tie rod end nut).

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then use the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe numbers above.

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