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Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator)

Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) Removal Procedure

Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 1
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 1
  1. Hood Latch Actuator Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
  2. Hood Secondary Latch Release Handle (2) » Remove
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 2
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 2
  1. Intake Air Baffle Retainer (1) » Remove [9x]
  2. Intake Air Splash Shield (2) » Remove
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 3
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 3
  1. Intake Air Duct Retainer (1) » Remove
  2. Intake Air Duct (2) » Reposition
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 4
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement (Radiator) — figure 4
  1. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

  2. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace (2) » Remove Installation Procedure

  3. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace (2) » Install

  4. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps: 2.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth. 2.2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 2.3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 2.4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

  1. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] Fastener Specifications
  1. Intake Air Duct (2) » Install

  2. Intake Air Duct Retainer (1) » Install

  3. Intake Air Splash Shield (2) » Install

  4. Intake Air Baffle Retainer (1) » Install [9x]

  5. Hood Secondary Latch Release Handle (2) » Install

  6. Hood Latch Actuator Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications