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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the fog lamps, if equipped. Refer to FOG LAMP REPLACEMENT-FRONT (OLD STYLE) or FOG LAMP REPLACEMENT-FRONT (NEW STYLE GMC) or FOG LAMP REPLACEMENT-FRONT (NEW STYLE CHEVROLET) .
  2. Install the air deflector to the bumper if necessary. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement-Front Bumper Fascia   . 
  3. Position the front bumper assembly on the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
    IMPORTANT: Tighten the bolts in the following sequence.
  4. Install the retaining bolts (1, 2) to the front bumper.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the bracket bolt (1) to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the bracket bolt (2) to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
    3. Tighten the brace bolt to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
    Fig 1: Installing Retaining Bolts
    G01577685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the fog lamps, if equipped.
  6. Install the front grille Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (OLD STYLE) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (NEW STYLE GMC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (NEW STYLE CHEVROLET) .
    Fig 2: Connecting Electrical Connector To Fog Lamps
    G01577686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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