2004-2011 Cadillac DTS Transmission Flush 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 (13 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	14	10	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	42	31	Use new washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	42	31	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	76	56	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	76	56	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	20	15	Torque in sequence
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for transmission flush on a 2004-2011 Cadillac DTS is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).

There are 13 torque specifications for transmission flush on the 2004-2011 Cadillac DTS 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.