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

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 673311 Size: SH
  1. Remove all related panels and components.
  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 lower radiator support .

    5. Object Number: 673321 Size: SH
  5. Remove the damaged lower radiator support .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 673323 Size: SH

    Important: In any area damaged beyond recognition, space plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ 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: 673326 Size: SH
  4. Position the lower radiator support .
  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.