Starter Torque Specifications

2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6

Labor Time:1.8 hours

Torque Values (22 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Battery Cable Nut	14	11	—
⚠️ Battery Cable Nut	14	11	—
Battery Terminal Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Battery Terminal Bolts	7	5	—
Bracket Bolts	22	16	—
Bracket Bolts	22	16	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
Ground Bolt	14	11	—
⚠️ Ground Bolt	14	11	—
⚠️ Ground Strap Bolt	14	10	Clean contact surfaces
Ground Strap Bolt	14	10	Clean contact surfaces
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Mounting Bolts	35	26	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	35	26	—
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
⚠️ Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
Terminal Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Terminal Bolts	7	5	—

The primary torque specification for starter on a 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS is 14 Nm (11 lb-ft).

There are 22 torque specifications for starter on the 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.