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Frame and Underbody: Specifications Cadillac STS I facelift

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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application	Specification
Application	Metric	English
Brake Pipe Bracket Retaining Nuts	10 N.m	89 lb in
Brake Pipe Connection To The Frame Nuts	10 N.m	89 lb in
BPMV Nuts	10 N.m	89 lb in
Engine Mount Lower Retaining Nuts	50 N.m	37 lb ft
Front Frame Mountings Bolts	191 N.m	141 lb ft
Front Stabilizer Shaft Bolts	60 N.m	44 lb ft
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nuts	50 N.m	37 lb ft
Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nuts	20 N.m	15 lb ft
Lower Rear Shock Bolts	150 N.m	111 lb ft
Lower Shock Mounting Bolts	25 N.m	18 lb ft
Outer Tie Rod To Steering Knuckle Retaining Nuts	70 N.m	52 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts	95 N.m	70 lb ft
Rear Brake Lines At The Forward Rear Wheelhouse Nuts	15 N.m	11 lb ft
Rear Frame Bolts (Front)	265 N.m	195 lb ft
Rear Frame Bolts (Rear)	191 N.m	141 lb ft
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel Bolts	2 N.m	18 lb in
Transmission Support Bolts	60 N.m	44 lb ft
Washer Bottle Bracket Nuts	10 N.m	89 lb in

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Engine Lower Front Splash Shield Replacement

Scheme 1: Engine Lower Front Splash Shield Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
1	Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 5 N.m (44 lb in)
2	Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield
3	Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield Nut (Qty: 4)

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .