CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
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.
Important: Remove the cradle bolts from the side that the coil spring is being replaced on.
9. Remove the side cradle to body mounting bolts (4) and washers (3).
Important: Lower the cradle far enough to remove the coil spring.
10. Lower the side of the cradle.
11. Remove the coil spring from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the coil spring to the vehicle.
2. Raise the cradle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precaution.
3. Install the cradle to body mounting bolts (4) and washers (3).
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Tighten the front bolts to 265 Nm (195 ft. lbs.).
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Tighten the rear bolts to 191 Nm (141 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the jack from the vehicle.
