Radiator Support Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Radiator Support, Mount Bolts & Mount Nuts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement (Chevrolet) or Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement (GMC) . Remove the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement . Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L) , Radiator Replacement (HP2) or Radiator Replacement (LMM) . Remove auto transmission cooler if equipped. Refer to Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement . Remove power steering cooler bolt and reposition. Remove the A/C condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement (LMM Diesel) or Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement (Gas) . Remove radiator air baffles. Remove the washer bottle. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Container Replacement . Remove front impact sensors. Remove PCM bracket bolts and reposition. Remove horn Horn Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet) or Horn Replacement - Left Side (GMC) . Disconnect ground from the frame if equipped. Remove the grill mounting bracket. Refer to Hood Stop Bumper Bracket Replacement . Unclip electrical harness from the radiator support.
1	Radiator Support Mount Nut (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 70 N.m (52 lb ft)
2	Radiator Support Mount Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 70 N.m (52 lb ft)
3	Radiator Support Tip: Transfer any parts as needed.