Grille Replacement Cadillac

1. For diesel only, remove the winter cover, if equipped and installed.



2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the push-pin retainers from the upper grille baffle.
4. Remove the upper grille baffle from the vehicle.



5. Remove the grille retaining screw (1).
6. Pull on the top corners of the grille in order to release the retaining clips (2) from the mounting surface.
7. Rotate the top part of the grille slightly in order to release the lower tabs. Lift the grille from the belt loops.
8. Remove the grille from the vehicle.

1. Insert the grille lower tabs into the belt loops in the lamp support bracket.
2. Press in the retaining clips (2) in order to secure the grille to the lamp support bracket.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the grille retainer screw (1).

Tighten
Tighten the grille retainer screw to 9 N·m (80 lb in).




4. Install the upper grille baffle to the vehicle.
5. Install the push-pin retainers.
6. For diesel only, install the winter cover, if removed.
7. Close the hood.

Grille Replacement Avalanche

1. For diesel only, remove the winter cover, if equipped and installed.



2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the push-pin retainers (1) from the radiator support.
4. Pull in order to release the radiator grille from the support reinforcement.



5. Pull at each location in order to release the retainer clips of the grille ends from the fender. Remove the grille from the vehicle.

1. Align the grille to the grille support and the fenders.
2. Press the grille ends in order to secure the grille to the fender.



3. Align the radiator grille to the support reinforcement.
4. Install the push pin retainers (1) to the radiator support.
5. Close the hood.
6. Inspect the grille for proper alignment.
7. For diesel only, install the winter cover, if removed.