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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the hood.

    2. Object Number: 366312 Size: SH
  2. Remove the nuts (2) that retain the brace (1) to the studs on the strut towers.
  3. Remove the cross vehicle brace (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 366312 Size: SH
  1. Install the cross vehicle brace (1) over the studs on the shock towers.

    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 nuts (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 21 N·m (16 lb ft).

  3. Close the hood.