For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body .
- Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Locate and remove all factory welds attaching the lower radiator support to the frame rail. Note the number and location of the welds for installation of the new lower radiator support bracket.
- Remove the damaged lower radiator support.
Caution: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.
Installation Procedure
- Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
- Apply GM-approved Weld-Thru Coating or equivalent to all mating surfaces. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Position the lower radiator support to the vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the radiator support bracket into place.
- Using a MIG welder, weld the lower radiator support bracket to the vehicle, dupliating the factory welds.
- Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Paint the repair area. Refer to Paint Identification .
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
