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Chevrolet Express 3500 Lug Nut Torque

The 1996–2025 Chevrolet Express 3500 lug nut torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 N·m).

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Chevrolet Express 3500 · 1996–2025

Lug nut torque
140ft-lbs190 N·m
Same spec for every year 1996–2025.
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Chevrolet Express 3500

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225/75R161996–2026 · Compare prices →245/75R161996–2026 · Compare prices →

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Chevrolet Express 3500 lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Chevrolet Express 3500?

The 1996–2025 Chevrolet Express 3500 lug nut torque is 140 ft-lbs (190 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all Express 3500 trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every Express 3500 trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Chevrolet Express 3500 lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 140 ft-lbs (190 N·m) for every model year we have, 1996–2025.

What size tires come on the Chevrolet Express 3500?

Factory tire sizes include 225/75R16 (1996–2026) and 245/75R16 (1996–2026). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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