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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Cooler Hose Fitting | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Cooler Hose Retaining Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Power Steering Pressure Hose Fitting | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt (LY7) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt (LY7) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Bolt (L26,LS4) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Bolt (LY7) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump O-ring Union Fitting | 75 N.m | 55 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump Quick Connect Fitting (LY7) | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Power Steering Return Hose Fitting (L26) | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Return Hose Bolt (LS4) | 55 N.m | 41 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Inner Tie Rod | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Nut | 30 N.m plus 120 degrees | 22 lb ft plus 120 degrees |
| Remote Power Steering Reservoir Bolt (LS4) | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Adjuster Plug Nut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Bolt | 60 N.m plus 180 degrees | 42 N.m plus 180 degrees |
| Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Fitting (at the steering gear valve end) | 17 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Fitting (not at the steering gear valve end) | 27 N.m | 20 lb in |
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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.