Radiator Support Replacement

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Radiator Support Replacement
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Fig 1: View Of Radiator Support
GM1767652Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure:Β 
Remove the lower radiator air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector ReplacementΒ .
1 Radiator Support Bracket Bolt (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  60 N.m (44 lb ft)

2 Radiator Support Bracket - Lower
Tip:Β 
  • Left shown and right is similar.
  • Support the radiator and condenser assembly with a suitable jack.
RENDER: 1.0x

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