Part Description: 2008 Cadillac XLR Front Spring Assembly
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Vehicle Fitment
2008 Cadillac XLR | Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
FAQ for Leaf Spring Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the transverse spring retainers and new mounting bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 62 N.m (46 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the Rear Transverse Spring?
A:
You should remove the tire and wheel assemblies, one of the lower control arms, the transverse spring mounting bolts and retainers, the transverse spring from the vehicle, and the J 33432-A from the transverse spring.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the Front Transverse Spring?
A:
You should install the J 33432-A to the transverse spring, the transverse spring to the crossmember, the transverse spring retainers, the bolts to the crossmember, the lower control arm to the front crossmember, the cam bolts to the position that was marked during disassembly, the lower control arm ball joint stud to the steering knuckle, and the shock absorber lower mounting bolts, remove the J 33432-A and the jack stands, and install the tire and wheel assemblies.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the Rear Transverse Spring?
A:
You should install the J 33432-A and compress the spring, the transverse spring to the crossmember, the transverse spring retainers and new mounting bolts to the crossmember, and the lower control arm to the rear crossmember, remove the J 33432-A and install the tire and wheel assemblies.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the Front Transverse Spring?
A:
You should remove the tire and wheel assemblies, install the J 33432-A to the transverse spring, remove the lower shock absorber mounting bolts from one of the lower control arms, the J 42188, the lower ball joint stud nut and discard, the cam bolts from the lower control arm, the lower control arm, the transverse spring bolts and retainer, the transverse spring from the vehicle, and the transverse spring compressor from the transverse spring.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque for the stabilizer link nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 72 N.m (53 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to install the Parking Brake Rear Cable?
A:
You should install the rear Parking Brake Cable to the vehicle, the rear parking brake cable retainer nut, and the RH muffler.
Q: How to install the Steering Column Lock Control Module?
A:
You should install the control module to the retaining bracket on the Steering Column, connect the electrical connector to the lock module and install the I/P carrier.
Q: How to remove the Steering Knuckle?
A:
You should remove the brake caliper and rotor, the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm, the lower ball joint stud from the Steering Knuckle, and the steering knuckle from the vehicle.