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Torque setting for axle shaft nut

Posted: Sat Sep 23, 2006 8:07 am
by Sabrina
Can anyone please tell me the proper torque setting for the axle shaft nut?Also, if you happen to know the correct size of socket for the job I would appreciate that information as well.Thank you,Sabrina

Re: Torque setting for axle shaft nut (Sabrina)

Posted: Sat Sep 23, 2006 2:47 pm
by 2002sportside
Axle nut is 159 ft lb. You should replace it once you take it off, nuts are only designed to be used once. The original Toyota part # is 90177-22001. It was superceded by 90080-17238. I don't know the size or the Pontiac number though...