Fastener Tightening Specifications

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Catalytic Converter-to-Muffler Flange Nut 48 N.m 35 lb ft
Engine Protection Shield Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Exhaust Heat Shield Nut (Body Panel) 9 N.m 80 lb in
Exhaust Manifold Bolts
  • First Pass
15 N.m 11 lb ft
  • Final Pass
25 N.m 18 lb ft
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Exhaust Manifold Pipe Nut 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Exhaust Muffler Nut 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Exhaust Pipe Clamp 40 N.m 30 lb ft
Exhaust Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt 12 N.m 106 lb in
Lower Stabilizer Bar Nut 72 N.m 53 lb ft
Oxygen Sensor 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Rear Shock Absorber Lower Bolt/Nut 105 N.m 77 lb ft
Rear Track Bar Bolt/Nut 105 N.m 77 lb ft
Transmission Bolt 100 N.m 74 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

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