Leaf Spring Torque Specifications

2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Ball Joint Nut	92	68	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	92	68	Use new cotter pin
Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Strut Bolts	121	89	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	121	89	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Sway Bar Link	64	47	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	64	47	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	Torque in star pattern
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for leaf spring on a 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS is 92 Nm (68 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 16 torque specifications for leaf spring on the 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.