Safety Warning
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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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 | |
| 1 Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud to Steering Knuckle Nut | 20 N.m + 120 degrees | 15 lb ft + 120 degrees |
| Front Lower Control Arm Mounting Nuts | 125 N.m | 92 lb ft |
| Front Lower Control Ball Stud Nuts to Control Arm | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Front Stabilizer Shaft Bracket Bolt | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Front Suspension Strut Shaft Nut | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nuts | 33 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Front Suspension Strut to Steering Knuckle Nuts | 120 N.m | 89 lb ft |
| Wheel Bearing/Hub Bolts | 130 N.m | 96 lb ft |
| 1 Tighten the nut in order to align the cotter pin hole with the front lower control arm ball stud. Do NOT loosen the nut in order to align the cotter pin hole. | ||
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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.