2004-2011 Cadillac DTS Center Link/Drag Link Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Applies to 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Cadillac DTS

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Castle Nuts	55	41	Use new cotter pins
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	42	31	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	42	31	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Rack Bolts	127	94	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	127	94	—
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	68	50	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	68	50	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—

The primary torque specification for center link/drag link on a 2004-2011 Cadillac DTS is 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pins

There are 11 torque specifications for center link/drag link on the 2004-2011 Cadillac DTS 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.