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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the horn(s) onto the radiator support. Refer to Horn Replacement - Left or to Horn Replacement - Right in Horns.
  2. Position the radiator support (1) onto the frame.
  3. Install the radiator support baffle (2).
  4. Fig 1: Radiator Support & Baffle
    GM370884Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the lower radiator support nut and bolt at the frame (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the radiator support nut to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

  6. Fig 2: Lower Radiator Support To Frame Nut & Bolt
    GM402774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the front upper and lower fender bolts (1) to the tie bar/radiator support (2). The left fender is shown, the right is similar. Refer to Fender Replacement - Front - Left  and Fender Replacement - Front - Right .

    Tighten:  Tighten the front fender bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: Front Upper & Lower Fender To Tie Bar/Radiator Support Bolts
    GM401168Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the battery tray support.

    Tighten:  Tighten the battery tray support bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  10. Fig 4: Battery Tray Support
    GM401544Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  12. Install the Air Cleaner Mounting Bracket. Refer to Mounting Bracket Replacement - Air Cleaner .
  13. Install the lower washer reservoir bolt (1) to the tie bar (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the washer reservoir bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  14. Fig 5: Lower Washer Reservoir Bolt & Tie Bar
    GM401108Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 6: Upper Washer Reservoir Bolt & Tie Bar
    GM370698Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the upper washer reservoir bolt (1) to the tie bar (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the reservoir bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  16. Install the A/C condenser, if equipped. Refer to Condenser Replacement in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
  17. Fig 7: Automatic Recirculation Switch Electrical Connector
    GM397231Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Connect the electrical connector to the automatic recirculation switch.
  19. Reposition the power steering cooler and install the mounting bolts.
  20. Install the side air baffles. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Side in Engine Cooling.
  21. Install the upper air baffles. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper in Engine Cooling.
  22. Install the auxiliary transmission oil cooler (if equipped). Refer to Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement in Automatic Transaxle 4T65-E.
  23. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (EXC 8.1L) or Radiator Replacement (8.1L) in Engine Cooling.
  24. Connect the horn electrical connector. Refer to Horn Replacement - Left or to Horn Replacement - Right in Horns.
  25. Fig 8: Headlamp Housing Support & Tie Bar
    GM370330Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  26. Install the headlamp housing support (1) to the tie bar (2). The 15 series lower mounting position is shown. The 25 series mounting position is similar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  27. Install the tie bar, if equipped. Refer to Tie Bar Replacement - Upper  in Engine Controls.
  28. Install the hood latch release bracket and cable. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement .
  29. Install the park/turn signal lamp assemblies. Refer to Park/Turn Signal Lamp Replacement (Old Style) in Lighting Systems.
  30. Install the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement (Old Style) in Lighting Systems.
  31. Install the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement in SIR.
  32. Install the front bumper. Refer to Bumper Replacement - Front (Old Style) in Bumpers.
  33. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement (GMC) or Grille Replacement (Chevrolet) .
  34. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to one of the following procedures:
  35. Install the air intake duct. Refer to one of the following procedures:
  36. Enable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 in SIR.
  37. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.