Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu, and 1997 Buick Skylark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| 2.4L | |
| Battery Cable (Positive) to Generator Nut | 65 In. lbs. (7.5 N.m) |
| Battery Cable (Negative) to Battery Bolt | 12 Ft. lbs. (16 N.m) |
| Generator Bolt | 37 Ft. lbs. (50 N.m) |
| 3.1L | |
| Battery Cable (Positive) to Generator Nut | 65 In. lbs. (7.5 N.m) |
| Battery Cable (Negative) to Battery Bolt | 12 Ft. lbs. (16 N.m) |
| Bolt, Bracket to Generator | 18 Ft. lbs. (25 N.m) |
| Nut, Bracket to Generator | 37 Ft. lbs. (50 N.m) |
| Bolt, Brace to Generator | 18 Ft. lbs. (25 N.m) |
| Nut, Brace to Engine | 18 Ft. lbs. (25 N.m) |