How to replace the halfshaft on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Swing the knuckle and hub out of the way until the shaft is free. Pry the shaft out of the transmission using a flat head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the transmission seal where the shaft connects to the transmission. You’ll need to wedge the flathead in between the half shaft and the Grand Prix transmission housing.
What does a half shaft on a Grand Prix mean?
A driveshaft or “half-shaft”, also called a CV half-shaft, transfers power from the engine/transmission to the wheels.
Where is the front jack on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
The front jack point of the Grand Prix is located near the radiator and is an extension of the frame of the car. Finish loosening and removing the lug nuts. Take the wheel off and set it aside. Unbolt both the top and bottom bolts on the brake caliper and secure it to the coil springs above it with the zip ties.
How big should the lug nuts be on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Lower the car onto the ground and finish tightening the lug nuts to 100 ft lbs using the torque wrench. Your Grand Prix lug nuts can be tightened to a minimum spec of 75 ft lbs, but 100 lbs is recommended. I am a Registered Financial Consultant with 6 years experience in the financial services industry.
Swing the knuckle and hub out of the way until the shaft is free. Pry the shaft out of the transmission using a flat head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the transmission seal where the shaft connects to the transmission. You’ll need to wedge the flathead in between the half shaft and the Grand Prix transmission housing.
A driveshaft or “half-shaft”, also called a CV half-shaft, transfers power from the engine/transmission to the wheels.
The front jack point of the Grand Prix is located near the radiator and is an extension of the frame of the car. Finish loosening and removing the lug nuts. Take the wheel off and set it aside. Unbolt both the top and bottom bolts on the brake caliper and secure it to the coil springs above it with the zip ties.
Lower the car onto the ground and finish tightening the lug nuts to 100 ft lbs using the torque wrench. Your Grand Prix lug nuts can be tightened to a minimum spec of 75 ft lbs, but 100 lbs is recommended. I am a Registered Financial Consultant with 6 years experience in the financial services industry.