engine
Exhaust Manifold Torque Specs
for 2002 GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L V6 Vortec · RWD
Units
11 fasteners
Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
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Cover Bolts
14 lb-ft · 19 Nm
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Electrical Connector Bolts
6 lb-ft · 8 Nm
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Exhaust Flange Bolts
Apply anti-seize | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
33 lb-ft · 45 Nm
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Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
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Flange Bolts
Anti-seize
35 lb-ft · 47 Nm
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Gasket Surface Bolts
Clean mating surfaces
17 lb-ft · 23 Nm
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Hanger Bolts
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
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Heat Shield Bolts
⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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Mounting Bolts
40 lb-ft · 54 Nm
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O2 Sensor
Anti-seize threads
35 lb-ft · 47 Nm
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Sensor Mounting Bolts
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
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