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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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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Brake Hose Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Brake Hose Clip Bolts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Hub and Bearing Assembly to Steering Knuckle Bolts | 180 N.m | 133 lb ft |
| Jounce Bumper Stud Nut | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Stud Nut | 50 N.m + 90° | 37 lb ft + 90° |
| Lower Control Arm to Frame Nuts (Must use NEW bolts) |
215 N.m | 160 lb ft |
| Sensor Wheel Speed Mounting Bolt | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber Tennon Nut | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Shock Absorber to Lower Control Arm Nut | 80 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts Nut should turn until an additional 2 - 4 threads are showing |
23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Torsion Bar Support Mounting Nuts | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Stud Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Upper Control Arm to Frame Nuts | 190 N.m | 140 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft Nut | 235 N.m | 173 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.