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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 MANUALSPONTIAC1998FIREBIRD V8-5.7L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSCONTROL ARM
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G
Control Arm
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Control Arm
Front Lower Control Arm-To-Front:
Crossmember Nut Horizontal 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.)
Crossmember Nut Vertical 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.)
Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.
Front Upper Control Arm-To-Front Upper Control Arm:
Ball Stud Nut 53 Nm (39 ft. lbs.)
Support Nut 98 Nm (72 ft. lbs.)
Rear Axle Lower Control Arm:
Bolt/Screw 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.)
Nut 82 Nm (60 ft. lbs.)
Crossmember Nut Horizontal 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.)
Crossmember Nut Vertical 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.)
Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.
Front Upper Control Arm-To-Front Upper Control Arm:
Ball Stud Nut 53 Nm (39 ft. lbs.)
Support Nut 98 Nm (72 ft. lbs.)
Rear Axle Lower Control Arm:
Bolt/Screw 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.)
Nut 82 Nm (60 ft. lbs.)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.