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Installation Procedure

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  1. Remove the right engine mount strut. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - RIGHT  .
  2. Install the J 45057  to the right engine mount strut bracket (1).
    Fig 1: Installing Engine Support Bar Assembly (J 45057) To Right Engine Mount Strut Bracket
    G01500415Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the J 45057  to the left side engine lift bracket.
    Fig 2: Installing Engine Support Bar Assembly (J 45057) To Left Side Engine Lift Bracket
    G01500416Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the J 45057  to the right rear engine lift bracket.
  5. For Buick vehicles, remove the headlamps. Refer to HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (AZTEK) or HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (RENDEZVOUS) .
  6. Disconnect the hood strut assist rods from the fenders.
  7. Carefully open and secure the hood in 90 degree position.
    Fig 3: Installing Engine Support Bar Assembly (J 45057) To Right Rear Engine Lift Bracket
    G01500417Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the J 28467-B. 
    Fig 4: Installing Side Rail Support Bracket (J 28467-B)
    G01500418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the J 28467-7A  (1) and the J 28467-34  to the J 28467-500  and the rear hole on the right side of the J 45057  (2).
    Fig 5: Installing Bolt Hook (J 28467-7A) To Engine Support Fixture (J 28467-500) And Rear Hole On Right Side Of Engine Support Bar Assembly
    G01500419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the J 28467-7A  (1) and the J 28467-34  to the J 28467-500  and the left side of the J 45057  (2).
  11. Gently tighten the J 28467-34  lift hook wing nuts.
  12. Raise the vehicle.
  13. Remove the lower air baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS .
  14. Remove the engine mount left bolt.
    Fig 6: Installing Bolt Hook (J 28467-7A) To Engine Support Fixture (J 28467-500) And Left Side Of Engine Support Bar Assembly
    G01500420Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the J 45057-2  to the radiator core support.
  16. Use the engine mount bolt to install the J 45057-2  to the engine.
    Fig 7: Installing Lower Support Bar (J 45057-2) To Radiator Core Support
    G01500421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Ensure that the J 45057-2  is assembled properly and hand tighten the fasteners.
    Fig 8: Identifying Lower Support Bar (J 45057-2) Correct Assembling Position
    G01500422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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