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 Specifications
2020 GMC Acadia SLSECTION Fastener Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor | 7.5 N.m (66 lb in) |
| Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Airbag Side Impact Rear Sensor | 7.5 N.m (66 lb in) |
| Airbag Side Impact Sensor | 7.5 N.m (66 lb in) |
| Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Bolt | 5 N.m (44 lb in) |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor Bolt - Lower | 45 N.m (33 lb ft) |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor Bolt - Upper | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor D Ring Bolt | 45 N.m (33 lb ft) |
| Front Seat Belt Tensioner Bolt | 45 N.m (33 lb ft) |
| Front Seat Inboard Seat Back Airbag Nut | 4.7 N.m (42 lb in) |
| Front Seat Outboard Seat Back Airbag Nut | 4.7 N.m (42 lb in) |
| Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Roof Rail Airbag Fastener | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.