Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Replace the radiator lower mounts as a pair or vibration may result.

Install the radiator lower mounts.

Fig 1: View Of Lower Radiator Support Bracket Bolts

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Install the lower radiator support brackets.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the lower radiator support bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Radiator air deflector must be properly installed or reduced A/C and engine cooling system performance could occur.

Fig 2: View Of Lower Radiator Air Deflector And Retainers

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Install the lower radiator air deflector.
Install the lower radiator air deflector retainers.
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the rope attached to the condenser and upper tie bar.

Fig 3: View Of Upper Radiator Support Brackets

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Install the upper radiator support brackets.

IMPORTANT: Do not allow the upper bracket to twist when tightening the screw or vibration may result.

Fig 4: Installing Upper Radiator Support Bracket Bolts

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Install the upper radiator bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).
Install the right headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb and/or Cornering, Sidemarker, Park, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
Install the left headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb and/or Cornering, Sidemarker, Park, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.