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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Inner Tie Rod | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| O-Ring Union Fitting | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod End Nut * | 30 N.m + 120° | 22 lb ft + 120° |
| Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Mounting Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Power Steering Gear Cylinder Line Fittings | 17 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts | 90 N.m | 66 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pipe Fittings (3.8L) | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pipes at Steering Gear (3.6L) | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pressure Hose Retainer Bolt (3.6L) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Power Steering Pressure Hose to Pump (3.6L) | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pressure Hose to Pump (3.8L) | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket to Engine Mounting Bolts (3.6L) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Union Fitting | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts (3.8L) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump to Bracket Mounting Bolts (3.6L) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Power Steering Remote Reservoir Bracket Bolt, Lower M8 (3.6L) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Remote Reservoir Bracket Bolts, Upper M6 (3.6L) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Power Steering Remote Reservoir to Reservoir Bracket Screws (3.6L) | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Rack Bearing Preload Lock Nut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Tie Rod End Jam Nut | 70 N.m | 52 lb ft |
| * Visually inspect to ensure that 21/2 - 41/2 threads are visible past the nylon washer. | ||
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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.