OEM 2009 Cadillac XLR Leaf Spring

2009 Cadillac XLR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear transverse leaf spring on 2009 Cadillac XLR?

  A: Vehicle support and tire/wheel removal should start by raising the vehicle before you remove the assemblies to preserve the transverse spring from damage. The j 33432-a (Transverse Spring Compressor) applies force on the transverse spring as technicians extract one lower Control Arm. Begin by taking out the transverse spring mounting bolts and retainers while discarding the old mounting bolts and finally extracting the transverse spring from the vehicle. The j 33432-a (Transverse Spring Compressor) allows technicians to compress new springs before they install the crossmember section. Intellectually secure the new transverse spring retainer-to-crossmember bolts by applying torque of 62 nm (46 lb ft). Reinstall the lower Control Arm to the Rear Crossmember so you can take off the j 33432-a (Transverse Spring Compressor). Reinstall the tire and wheel assemblies after reinstalling the tire along with wheel assemblies. Installation of a new transverse spring requires rear trim height adjustment before performing a wheel alignment check.