LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Cadillac >> 2007 >> Escalade EXT >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 1166 (Front Suspension System) >> Repair Instructions >> Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement >> Installation Procedure
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Shock Module
    GM1209263Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the front shock absorber assembly in the vehicle.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the front shock assembly upper mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 112 N.m (83 lb ft).

  3. Raise the vehicle.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the upper control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Removing & Installing Lower Shock Bolts
    GM742959Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Step 6 is for RWD vehicles only.
  6. Install the lower mounting bolts for the shock absorber.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    7. IMPORTANT: Step 7 is for AWD vehicles only.
  7. Install the shock to the shock absorber yoke. Refer to Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement .
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals