GMC Sierra 2 (1998-2006) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the GMC Sierra 2 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for GMC Sierra 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 1500
  • 4.3L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 1500
  • 5.3L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 1500
  • 6.0L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 2500
  • 6.0L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 2500
  • 6.6L Diesel Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 2500
  • 8.1L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 3500
  • 6.0L Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 3500
  • 6.6L Diesel Engine
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 33 24
  • Model 3500
  • 8.1L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 35 26
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 30 22
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • NV 3500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 37 27
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • NV 4500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 37 27
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • NV 4500 Manual Transmission
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Transfer Drain plug 20 15 NVG 261-NP2 Transfer case
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
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Transfer Drain plug 20 15 NVG 149-NP3 Transfer case
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
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Transfer Drain plug 20 15 NVG 263-NP1 Transfer case
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
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Wheels Lug nuts 190 140
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  • Production years: 1998 - 2006
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Chevrolet C/K Chevrolet Silverado 1

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil dipstick Oil level indicator 47 35
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel Flywheel to Converter 43 32
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Case 16 12
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan bolts 24 18
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember bolts/nuts 95 70
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Case extension bolts 34 25
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Case extension bolts 34 25
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmsision/Transfer case adapter mounting bolts 50 37
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 2WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmsision/Transfer case adapter mounting bolts 50 37
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe hanger bracket bolts 17 13
  • Model 1500
  • 4.8L Engine
  • 4WD
  • 4L80-E Automatic Transmission
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

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