Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2007 Cadillac XLR BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Amplifier Bracket Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Antenna Buffer Retaining Screws | 1.8 N.m | 16 lb in |
| Antenna Ground Plate Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Antenna Module Retaining Screws | 1.8 N.m | 16 lb in |
| Bose® Signal Processing Module Retaining Bolts | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Communication Interface Module Screw | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Digital Radio Receiver Mounting Bracket Nuts | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Front Door Speaker Assembly Retaining Screws (Tighten in Sequence) | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Front Speaker Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Front Windshield Antenna Coaxial Cable Ground Wire Bolt | 1.8 N.m | 16 lb in |
| Ignition Switch Retaining Bolts | 5.5 N.m | 49 lb in |
| Microphone Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Negative Battery Cable Bolt | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Radio Control Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Radio Fixed Antenna Long Braided Ground Strap Retaining Nut | 5.8 N.m | 51 lb in |
| Radio Fixed Antenna Mast | 5 N.m | 44 lb in |
| Radio Fixed Antenna Retaining Nuts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Radio Fixed Antenna Short Braided Ground Strap and Dual Cable Strap Retaining Nut | 5.8 N.m | 51 lb in |
| Radio Mounting Bracket Retaining Bolt | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Radio Power Antenna Bracket Retaining Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Radio Power Antenna Bracket Retaining Nuts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Radio Power Antenna Long Braided Ground Strap Retaining Nut | 5.8 N.m | 51 lb in |
| Radio Power Antenna Short Braided Ground Strap and Dual Cable Strap Retaining Nut | 5.8 N.m | 51 lb in |
| Rear Speaker Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Remote CD Changer Mounting Bracket Bolts | 1.9 N.m | 17 lb in |
| Remote CD Changer Mounting Nuts | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Seat Speaker Retaining Screws | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Taillamp Retaining Screws | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.