Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Radiator Support & Bolts

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Install the radiator support.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the radiator support bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Front Crossmember Brace & Bolts

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Install the front crossmember brace (1).

NOTE:

If the frame insulator bolt does not screw in smoothly, run a tap through the frame nut in the body in order to remove foreign material. Ensure the tap does not punch through the underbody.

Do not over tighten the insulator. Over tightening may collapse a spacer or strip a bolt.

Install the front frame to body bolts (2).
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.
Install the front crossmember brace bolts (3).
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Remove the jack stand.

Fig 3: Locating Upper Bumper Support Bolts

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Install the lower 2 bolts to the upper bumper support.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 4: Power Steering Cooler & Nuts

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Install the power steering cooler (1).
Install the power steering cooler nuts (2).
Lower the vehicle.
Untie the condenser radiator fan module from the upper bumper support.
Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Acadia)Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Enclave)Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Traverse) .