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Fastener Specifications
2020 GMC Acadia SLSECTION Fastener Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application |
| Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe O-Ring |
| Engine Coolant Manifold Gasket |
| Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal@Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing |
| Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal@Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Pipe |
| Engine Oil Cooler Seal |
| Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe Gasket |
| Turbocharger Coolant Feed and Return Pipe Gasket |
| Water Inlet Gasket |
| Water Outlet Seal |
| Water Pump Gasket |
| Water Pump Inlet Pipe Seal |
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) | |
| Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Engine Coolant Fan Bolt (LSY) | 7 N.m (62 lb in) |
| Engine Coolant Fan Motor Bolt (LGX) | 5 N.m (44 lb in) |
| Engine Coolant Heater | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Engine Coolant Heater Exhaust Pipe Bracket Bolt | 8.5 N.m (75 lb in) |
| Engine Coolant Outlet Pipe Bracket Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Engine Oil Cooler Bolt (LGX) | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Engine Oil Cooler Hose Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Heater Coolant Pump Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Radiator Air Baffle Bolt (LGX) | 0.9 N.m (8 lb in) |
| Radiator Air Front Lower Baffle Bolt | 2.5 N.m (22 lb in) |
| Radiator Air Front Upper Baffle Bolt | 2.5 N.m (22 lb in) |
| Radiator Surge Tank Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Radiator Surge Tank Outlet Pipe Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Radiator Upper Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Thermostat Bypass Pipe Bolt | 8.5 N.m (75 lb in) |
| Water Outlet Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Water Pump Bolt (LGX) Refer to procedure for tightening sequence and torque values. |
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| Water Pump Bolt (LSY) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Water Pump Inlet Pipe Bolt | 15 N.m (11 lb ft) |
| Water Pump Nut | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Water Pump Pulley 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.