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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: ViewOf Radiator, Fan, And Condenser
    GM181871Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Support the radiator and the condenser assembly.
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the close out panel.
  4. Fig 2: Transaxle Oil Cooler Pipes
    GM161040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the transmission cooler lines from the retaining clips on the lower radiator support.
  6. Fig 3: Lower Radiator Support Mounting Panel
    GM486715Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the lower radiator mounting panel bolts.
  8. Remove the lower radiator mounting panel from the vehicle.
  9. Remove radiator support.