Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open and support the hood.
- Remove both wiper arm assemblies. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
- Disengage the hood rear corner seal assembly from the fender flange.
- Release and remove the 5 retainers (1) securing the air inlet grille panel to the upper plenum.
- Lift the inside edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and swing the panel inward, releasing the tabs from the lower windshield edge.
- Disconnect the windshield washer hose from the washer nozzle (1).
- Disconnect the washer hose from the bottom side of the air inlet grille panel.
- Remove the passenger side air inlet grille panel from the vehicle.
- Release the 3 retainers (1) from the driver side of the vehicle.
- Lift the inside edge of the air inlet grille panel over the 2 wiper transmission pivot shafts and disconnect the washer hose from the washer nozzle.
- Disconnect the windshield washer hose (1) from the bottom side of the air inlet grille panel.
- Remove the driver side air inlet grille panel (2) from the vehicle.
- Ensure the air inlet grille panel side seals are secure to the grille panel.
IMPORTANT:
The passenger side air inlet grille panel must be removed first then the driver side can be removed.