Radiator Closure Panel - Removal

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
2. Remove the grille. Grille - Removal
3. Remove the washer bottle, if necessary. Windshield Washer Reservoir - Removal
4. Remove the coolant bottle, if necessary. Coolant Recovery Bottle - Removal
5. Remove the hood latch. Hood Latch - Removal
6. Remove the front bumper. Front Bumper - Removal
7. Remove the A/C condenser, if equipped. A/C Condenser - Removal
8. Remove the charge air cooler, if equipped. Charge Air Cooler And Hoses - Removal
9. Remove the headlamps. Front Lamp Unit - Removal
10. Remove the air cleaner. Air Cleaner - Removal




11. Separate the push pin fasteners (2) and remove the foam (1).

12. Remove the upper radiator bolts and position back supported in the vehicle.
13. Disconnect the TIPM.
14. Remove the trim pieces below the headlights, if equipped.
15. Open the access covers in the wheelhouse splash shields and remove the bolts supporting the fender on each side.
16. Remove the bolts and disconnect any ground cables as necessary.





17. Remove the upper (2) and lower (4) bolts supporting the closure panel (1) to the front end sheet metal mounting (3).
18. Carefully remove the closure making sure the paint on the front edge of the fenders is protected from damage.