Torque Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, and 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Axle Shaft (Hub) Nut See TSB 03-04-18-001 AVAILABILITY OF NEW FRONT DRIVE AXLE NUT AND NEW SPECIFICATION .
Ball Joint
To Control Arm Bolt/Nut (1)
To Steering Knuckle Nut (2) 41 (55)
Brake Caliper
Bracket Bolts 85 (115)
Mounting Bolts 23 (31)
Crossmember Bolts
Front
Step 1 44 (60)
Step 2 Additional 120 degrees
Rear
Step 1 74 (100)
Step 2 Additional 180 degrees
Hub & Bearing Assembly Bolts 70 (95)
Intermediate Shaft Lower Pinch Bolt 15 (20)
Lower Control Arm-To-Crossmember Bolts
Front
Step 1 85 (115)
Step 2 Additional 120 degrees
Rear
Step 1 181 (245)
Step 2 Additional 180 degrees
Stabilizer Bar
Insulator Bracket Bolts 49 (66)
Link-To-Lower Control Arm Nut 13 (17)
Strut Assembly
To Steering Knuckle Nuts 133 (180)
To Upper Body Mount Fasteners 18 (25)
Piston Rod Nut 55 (75)
Tie Rod
Ball Stud Nut (Prevailing Torque) 15 (20)
Adjuster Jam Nut
Except Malibu 55 (75)
Malibu 50 (68)
Transmission Mount Bolt 89 (120)
Wheel Lug Nut 103 (140)
(1) Tighten to specification indicated in service ball joint kit.
(2) Tighten nut to specification, then tighten nut further to align cotter pin. DO NOT tighten nut more than 50 ft. lbs. (68 N.m).
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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.