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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000C TAHOE 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSCYLINDER HEAD SPECIFICATIONS
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN V
Cylinder Head Specifications
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VSECTION Cylinder Head Specifications
Install the NEW cylinder head bolts.
Apply a 5 mm (0.20 inch) band of threadlock GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent to the threads of the M8 cylinder head bolts.
Install the cylinder head bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the cylinder head bolts.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using the J 36660-A.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8) to 90 degrees and the M11 cylinder head bolts (9 and 10) to 50 degrees a final pass in sequence to using the J 36660-A.
Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11,12,13,14,15) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.
Apply a 5 mm (0.20 inch) band of threadlock GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent to the threads of the M8 cylinder head bolts.
Install the cylinder head bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the cylinder head bolts.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using the J 36660-A.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8) to 90 degrees and the M11 cylinder head bolts (9 and 10) to 50 degrees a final pass in sequence to using the J 36660-A.
Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11,12,13,14,15) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.