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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1998 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Rear Suspension 🢒 Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal .

    3. Object Number: 161647 Size: SH
  3. Remove the link lower nut.
  4. Remove the link upper nut.
  5. Remove the link.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 161647 Size: SH
  1. Install the link upper nut.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the link lower nut.

    3. Tighten

        • Tighten the upper link nut to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).
        • Tighten the lower link nut to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).
  3. Install the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Wheel Installation .
  4. Lower the vehicle.