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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 348 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
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 2008 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Control Arm to Lower Ball Joint Nuts and Bolt | 89 N.m | 65.6 lb ft |
| Crossmember Center Nuts and Bolts | 52 N.m | 38.4 lb ft |
| Crossmember Front Corner Bolts | 113 N.m | 83.3 lb ft |
| Crossmember Rear Corner Bolts | 157 N.m | 115.8 lb ft |
| Front Brake Hose Clamp Bolt | 29 N.m | 21.4 lb ft |
| Front Disc Brake Shield Bolts | 8.3 N.m | 73.46 lb in |
| Front Drive Shaft Nut | 216 N.m | 159.3 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint to Steering Knuckle Nut | 103 N.m | 76.0 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm to Crossmember Nut and Bolts | 137 N.m | 101.0 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud to Steering Knuckle Nut | 49 N.m | 36.1 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolts | 19 N.m | 14.0 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts | 74 N.m | 54.6 lb ft |
| Steering Gear to Crossmember Bolts | 58 N.m | 42.8 lb ft |
| Strut to Strut Tower Nuts | 39 N.m | 28.8 lb ft |
| Strut to Steering Knuckle Nuts and Bolts | 220 N.m | 162.3 lb ft |
| Strut Mount to Absorber Shaft Nut | 47 N.m | 34.7 lb ft |
| Trans Support Bolts | 52 N.m | 38.4 lb ft |
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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.