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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004AVALANCHE 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN T
Torque Specifications
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Torque Specifications
Connecting Rod Bolts
First Pass 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass 85 degrees
Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
Installation Pass
to Ensure the Balancer is Completely Installed 330 Nm (240 ft. lbs.)
First Pass
Install a NEW Bolt After the Installation Pass and Tighten as Described in the First and Final Passes 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass 140 degrees
Install the NEW M8 bearing cap side bolts
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolts - Inner Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass in Sequence 80 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolts - Outer Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass in Sequence 51 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Side Bolts 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Coolant Drain Plugs 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Heater 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Oil Gallery Plugs 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
First Pass 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass 85 degrees
Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
Installation Pass
to Ensure the Balancer is Completely Installed 330 Nm (240 ft. lbs.)
First Pass
Install a NEW Bolt After the Installation Pass and Tighten as Described in the First and Final Passes 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass 140 degrees
Install the NEW M8 bearing cap side bolts
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolts - Inner Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass in Sequence 80 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolts - Outer Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass in Sequence 51 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Side Bolts 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Coolant Drain Plugs 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Heater 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Engine Block Oil Gallery Plugs 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
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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.