Fastener Tightening Specifications

2007 Pontiac Wave LT, 4D Hatchback, Standard, Y4M/MLMSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Application Specification
Metric English
Ball Joint-to-Control Arm Nuts 150 N.m 111 lb ft
Ball Joint-to-Knuckle Nut 55 N.m 41 lb ft
Control Arm Front Mounting Bolt 110 N.m 81 lb ft
Control Arm Rear Mounting Bolts 110 N.m 81 lb ft
Crossmember Assembly Front to Body Nut 150 N.m 111 lb ft
Crossmember Assembly Rear to Body Nut 150 N.m 111 lb ft
Drive Axle-to-Hub Caulking Nut 300 N.m 221 lb ft
Engine Mounting Reaction Rod Bolts 60 N.m 44 lb ft
Knuckle Assembly to Front Strut Bolts 100 N.m 74 lb ft
Piston Rod Nut 60 N.m 44 lb ft
Power Steering Pipe Fittings 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Splash Shield-to-Steering Knuckle Screws 4 N.m 35 lb in
Stabilizer Shaft-to-Link Nut 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Strut Assembly-to-Body Nuts 60 N.m 44 lb ft
Tie Rod End Ball Joint Nut 45 N.m 33 lb ft
U-clamp Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.