2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 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 2024 GMC Sierra 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 2024 GMC Sierra 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 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.

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 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 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 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 lug nuts?

The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 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 2024 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 1500 years

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

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All 55 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2024 GMC Sierra 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. 4 of the 55 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Engine — 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Timing cover bolt tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The fuel rail bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 89 in-lbs at the fuel rail. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt torques to 18 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the throttle body, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 89 in-lbs (throttle body bolt). Air intake boot clamp tightens to Hand tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the air intake. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 89 in-lbs at the valve cover. At the engine mount, the engine mount bolt torques to 70 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold stud). Oil drain plug tightens to 18 ft-lbs (24 Nm), takes a 15mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The power steering pump bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the ps pump bracket. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 11 ft-lbs (15 Nm) (5/8 in. (16mm) drive, M14x1.25 thread). OEM-verified spec. For the water pump, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (water pump bolt). Idler pulley bolt tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the idler pulley. The alternator bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the alternator bracket. At the engine block, the oil filter torques to Hand tight + 3/4 turn (3/4" Socket drive, N/A thread). For the thermostat housing, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (thermostat housing bolt). Serpentine belt tensioner bolt tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the belt tensioner. The oil pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan.

Suspension — 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The upper control arm bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 140 ft-lbs at the upper control arm. At the lower mount, the shock absorber lower bolt torques to 70 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (ball joint castle nut). Tie rod end nut tightens to 40 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the tie rod. The sway bar end link nut uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the sway bar link. At the rear axle, the leaf spring u-bolt torques to 120 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the steering box, plan for a 27mm tool on a M16x1.5 stud; final torque is 185 ft-lbs (pitman arm nut). Lower control arm bolt tightens to 140 ft-lbs, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the lower control arm. The steering gearbox bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 110 ft-lbs at the frame rail. At the shock tower, the shock absorber upper bolt torques to 70 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the frame, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (sway bar bracket bolt). Strut tower nut tightens to 44 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the strut tower.

Brake — 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Brake fasteners on the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. At the brake booster, the master cylinder nut torques to 18 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the brake rotor, plan for a T30 Torx tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 35 in-lbs (brake rotor set screw). Caliper mounting bolt tightens to 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm), then +30-45° (torque-to-yield — replace bolts), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the brake caliper. OEM-verified spec. The brake booster nut uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 ft-lbs at the firewall. At the brake caliper, the brake hose banjo bolt torques to 30 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a N/A tool on a N/A stud; final torque is N/A (brake pad retaining clip). Brake line fitting tightens to 12 ft-lbs, takes a 11mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake lines. The parking brake cable bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the rear caliper. At the caliper bracket, the caliper guide pin torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 ft-lbs (abs sensor bolt).

Wheel — 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Wheel fasteners on the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. For the wheel hub, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (hub cap screw). Wheel stud tightens to N/A, takes a N/A driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The tpms valve stem nut uses a 8mm drive on a N/A thread, torqued to 35 in-lbs at the wheel rim. At the wheel rim, the wheel weight clip torques to N/A (N/A drive, N/A thread). For the wheel assembly, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) (lug nut). OEM-verified spec. Center cap retainer tightens to N/A, takes a N/A driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the wheel center.

Transmission — 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

Transmission fasteners on the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. Driveshaft u-joint strap bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the driveshaft. The bell housing bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 37 ft-lbs at the bell housing. At the flex plate, the torque converter bolt torques to 46 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the trans mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 70 ft-lbs (transmission mount bolt). Transfer case bolt tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the transfer case. The transfer case drain plug uses a 15mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the transfer case. At the trans pan, the transmission pan bolt torques to 12 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the frame, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 70 ft-lbs (transmission crossmember bolt). Transmission cooler line fitting tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the transmission.

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