Installation Procedure

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Position the front end sheet metal diagonal brace to the radiator support and to the inner fender.

Fig 1: Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolts to the front end sheet metal diagonal brace at the radiator support.
Tighten: Tighten the front end sheet metal diagonal brace at radiator support bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Locating Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolts
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Install the bolts to the front end sheet metal diagonal brace at the inner fender.
Tighten: Tighten the front end sheet metal diagonal brace to the inner fender bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Reposition the underhood wiring junction block to the front fender diagonal brace. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.

Fig 3: Identifying Underhood Wiring Junction Block
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Close the hood.