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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9SECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor Nut | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Air Cleaner Assembly Bolt/Nut | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Air Cleaner Resonator Bolt | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Clamp | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Valve Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor | 14 N.m | 10 lb ft |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Fuel Fill Hose Clamp | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Fuel Fill Hose Ground Strap Bolt | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Fuel Fill Hose Screw | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Fuel Rail Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Fuel Tank Strap Bolt | 32 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Ignition Coil Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Knock Sensor (KS) Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Mass Air Flow (MAF)/Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Screw | 1.5 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Check Valve Stud | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Pump Nut | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Spark Plug | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Throttle Body Control Module Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 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.