2013 GMC SIERRA 3500HD

6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel4WDAUTOMATICdieselturbo
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drivetrain

CV Axle - Front Torque Specs

for 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel · 4WD
Units

9 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Axle Nut
Critical
Use new nut, stake after
243 lb-ft · 329 Nm
Ball Joint Nut
Critical
75 lb-ft · 102 Nm
Ball Joint Pinch Bolt
Critical
41 lb-ft · 55 Nm
CV Axle Nut
Critical
Use new cotter pin or stake nut
184 lb-ft · 250 Nm
CV Bolts
Critical
45 lb-ft · 61 Nm
CV Joint Bolts
Critical
61 lb-ft · 83 Nm
Differential Cover Bolts
Critical
Apply RTV sealant
34 lb-ft · 46 Nm
Driveshaft Bolts
Critical
74 lb-ft · 100 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
135 lb-ft · 183 Nm
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