CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
Important: Ensure the intermediate brake cable is clear of the front frame to body mount prior to securing the frame bolts.
4. Ensure the intermediate park brake cable is positioned over left side frame assembly on the left side.
5. Lower the vehicle to the frame.
6. Position the coil springs (3) to the upper spring insulator (2).
7. Index the rear side frame mounts to the rear locator sleeves (1) located on the body.
8. Lower the vehicle until the frame mounts contact the body rail.
Notice: Refer toFastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
9. Install the rear frame washers (3) and anchor bolts (4).
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Tighten the front bolts to 265 Nm (195 lb ft).
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Tighten the rear bolts to 191 Nm (141 lb ft).
10. Raise the vehicle.
11. Remove theJ 39580 from under the vehicle.
12. Install the support fixture (3) in order to raise the lower control arms for ease of lower shock bolt installation (2).
13. Install the lower shock bolt.
Tighten the bolt (2) to 150 Nm (111 lb ft).
14. Repeat the above step for the other side.
15. Remove the support fixture (3).
