CTS-V V8-6.0L VIN U (2006)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Coil Spring Replacement
Coil Spring Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the brake pipe bracket nuts when removing the right coil spring.
4. Remove the brake pipe bracket (2) from the mounting studs (1).
5. Support the lower control arm using a suitable jack.
6. Remove the lower shock mounting bolt.
7. Lower the lower control arm and remove the support.
8. Support the cradle with a suitable jack.
9. Remove the side cradle to body mounting bolts (4) and washers (3).
Important: Remove the cradle bolts from the side that the coil spring is being replaced on.
10. Lower the side of the cradle.