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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 552 (ENGINE COOLING 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 | |
| Air Conditioning (A/C) Condenser Bolt | 13 N.m | 115 lb in |
| Camshaft End Cap (RPO LD8) | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Coolant Recovery Reservoir Nut (RPO L26) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Motor Bolt | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Shroud Bolt | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Nut | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Coolant Heater (RPO L26) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Coolant Heater Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Coolant Outlet Fitting (RPO LD8) | 47 N.m | 35 lb ft |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Inlet Pipe Bolt (RPO LD8) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Inlet Pipe Nut (RPO LD8) | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Bolt (RPO LD8) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Shield Nut (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Fuel Rail Bracket Nut (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Bracket Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Oil Cooler Pipe Bolt | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Oil Level Indicator Tube Nut (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Power Steering Pump Bolt (RPO L26) | 34 N.m | 25 lb ft |
| Radiator Support Bracket Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Rear Left Lift Bracket Bolt (RPO LD8) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Surge Tank Nut (RPO LD8) | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Thermostat Housing Bolt (RPO L26) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Thermostat Housing Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Throttle Body Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Throttle Body Plenum Duct Clamp (RPO LD8) | 2.25 N.m | 20 lb in |
| Transaxle Oil Cooler Pipe Bolt | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Water Pump Bolt - Long (L26) | 34 N.m | 25 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolt - Short (L26) | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolt (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Cover Bolt/Stud (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Drive Belt Tensioner Shield Bolt/Nut (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Drive Belt Tensioner Stud (RPO LD8) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Housing Bolt (RPO LD8) | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Water Pump Pulley Bolt (RPO L26) | 13 N.m | 115 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.