- Install the right horn to the radiator support. Refer to
Horn Replacement - Right Side
in Horns.
- Install the horns onto the radiator support. Refer to
Horn Replacement - Left Side
in Horns.
- Position the radiator support (1)
onto the frame.
- Install the radiator support baffle (2).
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.
- Install the lower radiator support nut and bolt at the frame (1).
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).
- 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
Front Fender Replacement - Left Side
and to
Front Fender Replacement - Right Side
.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the battery tray support and secure the support with bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the air cleaner mounting bracket. Refer to
Air Cleaner Bracket Replacement
.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement
in Engine Electrical.
- 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).
- Install the upper washer reservoir bolt (1)
to the tie bar (2) and secure the reservoir with the bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the A/C condenser, if equipped. Refer to
Condenser Replacement
in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
- Connect the electrical connector to the automatic recirculation switch.
- Reposition the power steering cooler and install the mounting bolts.
- Install the side air baffle. Refer to
Radiator Air Side Baffle and Deflector Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Install the air baffles. Refer to
Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement
.
- Install the auxiliary transmission oil cooler, if equipped. Refer to
Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement
in Automatic
Transaxle 4T65-E.
- Install the radiator. Refer to
Radiator Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Connect the horn electrical connector. Refer to
Horn Replacement - Left Side
and
Horn Replacement - Right Side
in Horns.
- Install the headlamp housing support (1) to the tie bar (2) with
the screws. 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).
- Install the tie bar, if equipped. Refer to
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
.
- Install the hood latch release bracket and cable. Refer to
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
.
- Install the park/turn signal lamp assemblies. Refer to
Parking and Turn Signal Lamp Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Install the headlamps. Refer to
Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Install the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor. Refer
to
Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement
in SIR.
- Install the front bumper. Refer to
Front Bumper Replacement
in Bumpers.
- For Avalanche only, install the grille reinforcement. Refer to
Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement
.
- Install the grille. Refer to
Grille Replacement
in Exterior Trim.
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
in Engine Controls -- 4.8L, 5.3L
and 6.0L.
- Install the air intake duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement
in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L
and 6.0L.
- Enable the SIR. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
in SIR.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.