Radiator Support: Service and Repair

Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the headlamp/fascia panel support bracket fasteners (1).
2. Remove the headlamp/fascia panel support brackets (5).
3. Remove the radiator support brackets (4). Refer to Radiator Support Replacement ().
4. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.
5. Position the power control module (PCM) out of the way.
6. Remove the upper tie bar fasteners (2).
7. Remove the upper tie bar (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the upper tie bar (3) onto the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the upper tie bar fasteners (2).

Tighten the upper tie bar fasteners to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Reposition the PCM back to its original position.
4. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.
5. Install the radiator support brackets (4). Refer to Radiator Support Replacement ().
6. Install the headlamp/fascia panel support brackets (5).
7. Install the headlamp/fascia panel support bracket fasteners (1).

Tighten the headlamp/fascia panel support bracket fasteners to 9 Nm (80 lb in).