Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front End Upper Tie Bar

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement . Remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Projection/SBV)Headlamp Replacement (BASE/SBM) . Reposition the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement . Remove the radiator air upper baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement . Remove the air cleaner inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement . Remove the hood primary and secondary latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement . Remove the airbag front end discriminating sensor. Refer to Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor Replacement (AYC) .
1	Front End Upper Tie Bar Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Front End Upper Tie Bar Nut (Qty: 4) Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
3	Head Lamp Upper Bracket Bolt (Qty: 4) Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
4	Head Lamp Upper Bracket
5	Front End Upper Tie Bar Disconnect the electrical connectors/harnesses as needed. Disconnect the hood latch cable from the tie bar.