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.
2001 Pontiac Aztek Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
AZTEK SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | |||
| Front | 192 Ft. Lbs. (260 N.m) | ||
| Rear | 192 Ft. Lbs. (260 N.m) | ||
| Battery | BATTERY TESTING & INSPECTION | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | RR, LF, LR, RF also see BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM | ||
| Disc Brakes | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drum Brakes | DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Belt Routing | See appropriate illustration under SERPENTINE BELT ROUTING & ALIGNMENT | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 15 psi | ||
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT | ||
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | ||
| Oil Pressure | Normal oil pressure is 50-65 psi (3.5-4.5 kg/cm2 ) at 1200 RPM (at normal operating temperature). | ||
| Overhaul | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | 52 Ft. Lbs. (71 N.m) Apply Thread Locker (12345382) |
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| Fuel System | |||
| Pressure Specification | 52-59 psi (3.7-4.1 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | See FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | 3000 Per Ft. | ||
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | N/A | ||
| Spark Plug | |||
| Type | AC 41-940 | ||
| Gap | .060 In. (1.52 mm) | ||
| Torque | 11 Ft. Lbs. (15 N.m) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | SYSTEM TESTS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 100 Ft. Lbs. (136 N.m) | ||
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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.