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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1427 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Ball Stud to Steering Knuckle Nut (1) | ||
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
|
loosen 120 degrees | |
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
|
plus 30 degrees | |
| Frame Support Bracket to Body Bolt | 100 | 74 lb ft |
| Hub and Bearing Assembly Bolts | 115 | 85 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm Bushing to Frame Bolts (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Lower Control Arm to Bushing Bolt (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Outer Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Nut (1) | ||
|
20 | 15 lb ft |
|
plus 180 degrees | |
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
| Rear Frame to Body Bolts (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Stabilizer Link Nut | 65 | 48 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolts | 25 | 18 lb ft |
| Steering Knuckle to Strut Bolts and Nuts | 120 | 89 lb ft |
| Upper Strut Cap to Body Nuts | 25 | 18 lb ft |
| Upper Strut Shaft Nut | 70 | 52 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft Nut | 215 | 159 lb ft |
| Note: 1 indicates a torque to yield fastener. DO NOT reuse. Replace with NEW only. | ||
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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.