2003-2024 Chevrolet Express Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs 6.0L V8
Applies to 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Chevrolet Express
🔧 Torque Values38 specifications Component lb-ft Nm Notes 10 14 Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes 10 14 Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes 59 80 Hold cam with wrench on hex 59 80 Hold cam with wrench on hex 16 22 — 16 22 — 133 180 Often TTY - check spec, may require impact 133 180 Often TTY - check spec, may require impact 88 119 Multi-step + angle 88 119 Multi-step + angle 22+90°
30 EQUAL LENGTH BOLTS. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 degrees. Step 3: +90 degrees. 22+90°
30 EQUAL LENGTH BOLTS. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 degrees. Step 3: +90 degrees. 22 30 Tighten last. 22 lb-ft. 22 30 Tighten last. 22 lb-ft. 7 9 — 7 9 — 34 46 — 34 46 — 20 27 Clean mating surfaces 20 27 Clean mating surfaces 24 33 — 24 33 — 47 64 — 47 64 — 26 35 Use new crush washer 26 35 Use new crush washer 22 30 Tighten with cam lobe pointing away 22 30 Tighten with cam lobe pointing away 7 10 — 7 10 — 18 25 Install with pin/clip to compress 18 25 Install with pin/clip to compress 18 25 Tighten in sequence 18 25 Tighten in sequence 7 10 — 7 10 — 7 10 Tighten in sequence 7 10 Tighten in sequence
⚠️ = Critical torque value | Always verify with vehicle-specific service manual
⚠️ Some critical specs are estimated. Please verify sequence.
Add/Correct a Spec Other Jobs with Torque Specs Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs on Other Vehicles Common Questions What is the torque spec for head gaskets - both on a 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express? The primary torque specification for head gaskets - both on a 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
How many torque specs are there for Chevrolet Express head gaskets - both? There are 38 torque specifications for head gaskets - both on the 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express 6.0L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.