Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation Special Tools J–39822 Wiper Arm Puller Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools Removal Procedure

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 1

1. Using the appropriate trim tool, remove the 2 windshield wiper arm finish caps (1) from both windshield wiper arms (3).
2. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) » Remove [2x]
3. Use the J–39822 Wiper Arm Puller to remove the wiper arms (3) from the wiper motor pivot shaft.

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 2

4. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer (1) » Remove [2x]
5. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) » Remove [2x]

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 3

Note

Quantity of retainers may vary based on option content.

6. Apply two layers of masking tape around the top edge of the service part to prevent paint damage.
7. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully release the 3 air inlet grille panel extension clips.
8. Remove the air inlet grille panel extension (1)» Remove [2x]

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 4

9. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) » Remove [8x]
10. Disconnect the windshield washer nozzle hose from the windshield washer pump hose.
11. Lift the front edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and slide the panel forward from both hood hinges to remove.

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 5

12. Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) » Remove

Note

To prevent erroneous DTC’s, disconnect the battery negative cable before disconnecting the windshield wiper motor electrical connector.

13. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 6

14. Release the retainers.
15. Windshield Wiper System Module Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
16. Slide the windshield wiper system module (2) inboard to release the grommet from the plenum and flip the windshield wiper system module upside down to gain access to the electrical connector.
17. Push electrical connector together to unload the latch system. Then using a small pick or small flat bladed tool, lightly pry down and outboard on the locking tab (3) and pull the electrical connector away from the module mating connector. Do NOT attempt to pry anywhere else on the connector body or damage can occur.
18. Verify the electrical connector and the windshield wiper system module mating connector (3) are not damaged.
19. Windshield Wiper System Module (2) » Remove

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 7

20. Plenum Front Panel Bolt (1) » Remove [3x]
21. Plenum Front Panel Nut (2) » Remove [3x]

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 8

22. Plenum Front Panel Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
23. Plenum Front Panel Nut (2) » Remove [3x]

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 9

24. Radiator Surge Tank Bolt (2) » Remove
25. Reposition the radiator surge tank. (3)

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 10

26. Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Nut (1) » Remove [2x]
27. Air Inlet Deflector Water Deflector (2) » Remove
28. Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness as necessary.

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 11

29. Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement (1) » Remove Cleaning and Inspection Procedure

Note

The following cleaning and inspection and/or overhaul steps are ONLY to be performed as determined necessary based on the condition of the part being removed with the intention of reinstallation. The labor time to perform any of these steps is not included in the base labor time and if required would need to be documented and submitted as Other Labor Hours for warranty claim reimbursement. A description of the repairs performed must be documented in the technician correction comments.

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 12

1. Inspect the plenum and the frame surfaces of where the plenum is removed.

2. Clean areas that the bead is broken or damaged with a plastic scrapper on the body and plenum.

3. Apply General Motors recommended Strip-Calk or equivalent to the plenum areas that are needed. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Installation Procedure

4. Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement (1) » Install

5. Radiator Surge Tank (3) » Install

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

3. Radiator Surge Tank Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

4. Plenum Front Panel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

5. Plenum Front Panel Nut (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

6. Plenum Front Panel Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

7. Plenum Front Panel Nut (2) » Install and tighten [3x] — Fastener Specifications

8. Air Inlet Deflector Water Deflector (2) » Install

9. Attach the wiring harness and connect the electrical connectors as necessary.

10. Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Nut (1) » » Install and tighten [2x] Fastener Specifications

11. Connect the electrical connector to the windshield wiper system module until the lock engages fully.

12. Pull back lightly on the electrical connector to ensure the lock is engaged.

13. Install the windshield wiper system module (2) in the vehicle.

14. Windshield Wiper System Module Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

15. Install the retainers.

16. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

17. Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) » Install

18. Air Inlet Grille Panel (2) » Install

19. Connect the windshield washer nozzle hose to the windshield washer pump hose.

20. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) » Install [8x]

21. Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension (1) » Install [2x]

22. Remove the masking tape from the top edge of the service part.

23. Using a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water with a clean towel, remove any left over adhesive residue from the masking tape.

24. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) » Install [2x]

25. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer (1) » Install [2x]

26. Clean the left and right side windshield wiper transmission pivot shaft splines with a soft wire brush before installing the windshield wiper arm (3).

27. Windshield Wiper Arm (3) » Install [2x]

28. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

29. Windshield Wiper Arm Finish Cap (1) » Install [2x]

Plenum Front Panel Outer Reinforcement Removal and Installation — figure 13

30. If required, realign the windshield wipers to their respective alignment circles (1)  on the windshield.
31. Lubricate the windshield with clean washer fluid.
32. Run the windshield wipers for two complete cycles then turn off the windshield wipers.
33. Ensure the windshield wipers are in the full park position.