engine
Main Bearings Torque Specs
for 2014 Chevrolet Express 4.3L V6 Vortec · RWD
Units
9 fasteners
Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
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Electrical Connector Bolts
6 lb-ft · 8 Nm
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Flywheel Bolts★ OEM verified
CriticalOften TTY, tighten in star pattern | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
75 lb-ft · 101.7 Nm
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Gasket Surface Bolts
CriticalClean mating surfaces
17 lb-ft · 23 Nm
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Main Bearing Cap Bolts
CriticalStep 1: 15 lb-ft. Step 2: +75°.
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
75°
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Oil Drain Plug★ OEM verified
CriticalUse new crush washer | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
18 lb-ft · 24.4 Nm
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Oil Pan Bolt
CriticalTighten in sequence | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
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Oil Pump Pickup Tube
Critical⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
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Sensor Mounting Bolts
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
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Transmission-to-Engine Bolts
Critical⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
41 lb-ft · 55 Nm
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