Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
2004 Pontiac Montana Van PassengerSECTION Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Disconnect the steering intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Install a jackstand under the center of the frame, between the front frame insulators.
- Remove the front frame bolts and retainers.
- Lower the front of the frame.
- Remove the frame front upper insulators.
- Install the J 45296 to the front frame insulator you are removing. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- Using J 45296 , remove the front frame insulator from the frame. See Special Tools and Equipment .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.