2009 Pontiac G8 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Air Cleaner Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Valve to Engine Front Cover Retaining Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor to Engine Front Cover Retaining Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Engine Control Module (ECM) Bracket to chassis Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Bolt 6 N.m 53 lb in
Fuel Filler Tube Brace Bolt 9 N.m 80 lb in
Fuel Filler Tube Hose Clamp 4 N.m 31 lb in
Fuel Tank Strap Bolt 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Ignition Coil Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Intake Manifold Runner Control Solenoid Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Knock Sensor Bolt 23 N.m 17 lb ft
MAF Sensor Screw 4 N.m 35 lb in
Rear Frame Bolt
  • First pass
 65 N.m 48 lb ft
  • Final pass
 120 degrees
Spark Plugs
  • Fit New Spark Plug
 20 N.m 15 lb ft
  • Refit Existing Spark Plug
 18 N.m 13 lb ft
Throttle Body Bolts to Upper Intake Manifold Retaining Bolts 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.