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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Collision Repair 🢒 Radiator Upper Support Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 673248 Size: SH
  1. Remove all related panels and components including front fascia support right and left (1).
  2. Restore as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications.
  3. Note the location and remove the following as necessary:
    4. • Sealers
    • Sound deadeners
    • Anti-corrosion materials

    Object Number: 673269 Size: SH

    Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

  4. Locate and drill out all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the radiator support assembly.

    5. Object Number: 673278 Size: SH
  5. Remove the damaged Radiator Support Assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 673306 Size: SH

    Important: In any area damaged beyond recognition, space plug weld holes every 40 mm (1 ½ in) apart.

  1. Drill 8 mm (5/16) plug weld holes as necessary in locations noted from the original panel.
  2. Prepare all attachment surfaces as necessary.
  3. Apply weld-thru primer to all bare-metal surfaces.

    4. Object Number: 673319 Size: SH
  4. Position the Radiator Support Assembly.
  5. Plug weld accordingly.
  6. Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.

    7. Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to publication GM 4901M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products. Do not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.

  7. Apply the following as necessary:
    8. • an approved anti-corrosion primer
    • sound deadening materials
    • sealers and refinish materials
  8. Install all related panels and components.