Radiator Grille Support

Radiator Grille Support










1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. NOTE: Applies to 3.5L engines only.
Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe and ACL (Air Cleaner) assembly.

3. Disconnect the hood security switch electrical connector.

4. Remove the windshield washer reservoir retaining bolt.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).


5. Remove the A/C line retaining bolt.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).


6. Remove the front headlamps.

7. NOTE: This step is necessary to relieve stress from the radiator grille support prior to removal.
Using a suitable hood prop tool, prop and support the hood. Latch the vehicle hood prop rod into position on the radiator grille support.


8. Remove the front bumper.

9. Remove the front impact severity sensor and release the harness clip. For additional information, refer to Restraints and Safety Systems &/or Air Bag Systems.

10. Disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor electrical connector and harness clip. Position the harness aside.

11. Disconnect the hood latch release cable from the latch assembly.

12. Remove the hood latch bolts.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).


13. Remove the cooling module retaining clip screws and release the clips.

14. Remove the radiator grille support bolts (3 each side) and remove the support.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).


15. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Transfer all necessary components.