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Thermostat Torque Specs
for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 4.6L V8 Northstar · FWD
10 fasteners
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Bleed Screw
Open during fill
6 lb-ft · 8 Nm
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Coolant Temperature Sensor
Use thread sealant
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
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Hose Clamps
Do not overtighten
4 lb-ft · 5 Nm
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Pump Bolts
CriticalTorque in sequence
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
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Thermostat Housing Bolts
CriticalClean mating surfaces
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
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