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2012 GMC SIERRA 1500

5.3L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Timing Chain Guide Torque Specs

for 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3L V8 · RWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
69 lb-ft · 93 Nm
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
163 lb-ft · 220 Nm
Guide Bolts
23 lb-ft · 31 Nm
Tensioner Bolt
19 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Timing Chain Guide Bolts
Replace if worn
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts
13 lb-ft · 17 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm
Tighten in sequence
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Tighten in sequence
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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