2014-2019 Cadillac CTS Starter Torque Specs

3.6L V6

Applies to 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Cadillac CTS

Labor Time:1.8 hours

Torque Values (24 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Battery Cable Nut	16	12	—
⚠️ Battery Cable Nut	16	12	—
Battery Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Battery Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
⚠️ Ground Bolt	16	12	—
Ground Bolt	16	12	—
Ground Strap Bolt	16	12	Clean contact surfaces
⚠️ Ground Strap Bolt	16	12	Clean contact surfaces
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
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	8	6	—
Terminal Bolts	8	6	—

The primary torque specification for starter on a 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 24 torque specifications for starter on the 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS 3.6L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.