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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1985CIMARRON V6-173 2.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSSUSPENSION
1985 Cadillac Cimarron V6-173 2.8L
Suspension
1985 Cadillac Cimarron V6-173 2.8LSECTION Suspension
Fig. 34 Vehicle trim height measurements. Eldorado & Seville:
Fig. 35 Vehicle trim height measurements. 1986---87 Cadillac Seville & Eldorado:
Fig. 36 Vehicle trim height measurements. 1986---87 Cadillac DeVille & Fleetwood:
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On rear wheel drive models, the trim height is measured from the underside of the frame to the top of the axle tube. On Eldorado and Seville models, the trim height is measured from the control arm to the frame member, Fig. 34. On 1985 DeVille and Fleetwood, the trim height is measured from the lowest point on the ball joint housing to the centerline of the rear bolt bushing. On rear wheel drive models, the trim height should be 4 3/4-5 1/2 inches. On Eldorado and Seville models, trim height should measure 5 1/8-5 7/8 inches. On 1985 DeVille and Fleetwood models, trim height should measure 2 13/16-3 19/32 inches. For dimensions on 1986-87 Cadillacs see Figs. 35 and 36.
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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.