Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY GE 47716) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY with V03 Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (L3B Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (L3B GE 47716) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY with V03 GE 47716) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LF4 Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LF4 GE 47716)
Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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Front Bumper Fascia Bolt- Left Side (1) - Remove [6x]
Front Bumper Fascia Lower Stiffener Bolt- Left Side (2) - Remove
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt- Left Side (3) - Remove [4x]
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Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt- Left Side (1) - Remove [6x]
Front Bumper Fascia Lower Reinforcement- Left Side (2) - Remove
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Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt- Left Side (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector- Outer (2) - Remove
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NOTE:
- Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer- Left Side (2) - Remove
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt- Left Side (1) - Remove [4x]
Engine Front Splash Shield- Left Side (3) - Remove
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer (2) - Remove
Front Wheelhouse Liner (3) - Reposition
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Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
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Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield (1) - Remove
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer- Left Side (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Rear Duct- Left Side (1) - Remove
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Front Bumper Fascia (1) - Remove - Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation (without Blackwing) , or Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation (with Blackwing) , or Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation (with Blackwing CFV, CFZ)
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer- Left Side (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer- Left Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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{ If equipped } Forward Range Radar Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]

NOTE:

Forward range radar sensor will be with the bracket.

{ If equipped } Forward Range Radar Bracket (2) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Auxiliary Radiator Front Inlet Duct Retainer- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [6x]
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Auxiliary Radiator Front Inlet Duct- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Reposition [2x]
Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Bracket Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Horn Bolt (1)- Left Side and Right Side - Remove [2x]
Horn- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Reposition [2x]
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Reposition the wiring harness.
Front Bumper Impact Bar Bolt (1) - Remove [8x]
Front Bumper Impact Bar (2) - Remove
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Auxiliary Radiator Front Duct- Left Side (1) - Remove
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Using an appropriate tool, remove the auxiliary radiator outlet hose retainer (1) from the auxiliary radiator outlet hose connector at the left side charge air cooler.
Remove the auxiliary radiator outlet hose (2) from the left side charge air cooler.
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Radiator Outlet Hose Clip (3) - Remove
Using an appropriate tool, remove the retainer (1) from the auxiliary water pump outlet upper hose connector at the left side charge air cooler.
Remove the auxiliary water pump outlet upper hose (2) from the left side charge air cooler.
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Charge Air Cooler Upper Bracket Nut (1) - Loosen
Charge Air Cooler Bracket Bolt (2) - Remove [3x]
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Remove the left side charge air cooler assembly (1) from the vehicle.
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Remove the 2 chassis harness retainers (1).
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Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector Bolt (2) - Remove [3x]
Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Do NOT allow the ball stud to rotate while loosening the nut.

Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Loosen
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Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the front lower control front link from the steering knuckle.
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Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Remove
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Front Lower Control Arm Front Nut (1) - Remove
Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt (2) - Remove and DISCARD
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Front Lower Control Front Link (1) - Remove