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Frame & Underbody: Specifications Cadillac STS I

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Antilock Brake Module Retaining Nuts8 N.m71 lb in
Brake Line to Brake Hose Fitting27 N.m20 lb ft
Brake Pipe Bracket to Body Retaining Nuts10 N.m89 lb in
ECM Bracket Retaining Bolts9 N.m80 lb in
ECM Bracket Retaining Nuts12 N.m106 lb in
ECM to Bracket Retaining Nuts12 N.m106 lb in
Engine Mount Lower Retaining Nuts80 N.m59 lb ft
Front Frame to Body Front Mounting Bolts (Position 3)250 N.m185 lb ft
Front Frame to Body Mounting Bolts191 N.m141 lb ft
Front Frame to Body Rear and Mid Mounting Bolts (Positions 1 and 2)191 N.m141 lb ft
Intermediate Shaft to Steering Gear Retaining Bolt50 N.m37 lb ft
Outer Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut70 N.m52 lb ft
Outer Transmission Mounting Bolts60 N.m44 lb ft
Power Steering Cooler to A/C Condenser Retaining Bolts9 N.m80 lb in
Power Steering Hoses to Frame Retaining Bolts4 N.m35 lb in
Power Steering Pipes to Power Steering Gear Retaining Bolt23 N.m17 lb ft
Rear Frame to Body Front Mounting Bolts265 N.m195 lb ft
Rear Frame to Body Rear Mounting Bolts191 N.m141 lb ft
Rear Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Bolt150 N.m111 lb ft
Trailer Hitch Mounting Bolts95 N.m70 lb ft
Transmission Mount Lower Mounting Nuts60 N.m44 lb ft
Upper Ball Joint Retaining Nut
First Pass120 N.m15 lb ft
Second Pass+ 210°
Water Bottle to Knuckle Retaining Bolts6 N.m53 lb in
Yoke to Shock Absorber Retaining Nut180 N.m133 lb ft

Fastener Tightening Specifications