Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Tap the mount into the support assembly ensuring the flat is outboard (2) and the notch (1) is rearward upon the installation.
- Bend the tabs outboard with a large pair of pliers. The tabs should be fully seated against the chamfer in the support assembly retainer ring.
- Raise the support assembly to the body of the vehicle.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
- Install the 2 bolts securing the front of the support assembly to the vehicle body.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 181 N.m (133 lb ft).
- Install the support bracket to the body (1).
Tighten: Tighten the support bracket to the body bolts to 128 N.m (94 lb ft).
- Install the brackets to body at the support assembly forward mounts.
Tighten: Tighten the insulator to the body bracket bolts to 86 N.m (63 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement .
- Install the wheels and the tires.
Tighten: Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 N.m (80 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect and adjust the rear toe. Refer to Rear Toe Adjustment (FE1, FE3) or Rear Toe Adjustment (FE7) .