Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Raise the hood.
- Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Install the J 28467-VIBE onto the strut attaching studs. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- Install the J 28467-5A Strut Tower Support Assemblies over the J 28467-33A Thread Support Nuts.
- Install the J 28467-53 T-bolts with 5/16 inch washers through the J 28467-5A into the J 28467-33A and hand tighten.
- Install the two J 28467-1A Cross Bracket Assemblies over the J 28467-3 Strut Tower Tube.
- Install the J 28467-3 into the J 28467-5A.
- Install the J 28467-10 1/2 inch x 2.5 inch quick release pin through the J 28467-5A and the J 28467-3 on one side only.
- Hand tighten the passenger side J 28467-1A wing nuts.
- Hand tighten the lift hook wing nut securely to remove all slack from the engine support fixture assembly.
CAUTION:
Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution
in Cautions and Notices.