2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado Piston - Single Torque Specs

2.8L I4

Applies to 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

Labor Time:18 hours

Torque Values (18 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—

The primary torque specification for piston - single on a 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

There are 18 torque specifications for piston - single on the 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.