Shroud Panel Removal/Installation

SHROUD PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Because the shroud panel is installed to the front bumper reinforcement, support the shroud panel using a jack before removing the front bumper reinforcement so as not to apply excessive force to the shroud panel.
- Since the servicing is performed with the hood open, secure the hood using a piece of wood to prevent it from falling.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front bumper (See Front Bumper Removal/Installation)

b. Front combination lights (See Service and Repair)

c. Horn Service and Repair

d. Washer tank (See Service and Repair)

e. Front bumper reinforcement (See Bumper Reinforcement Removal/Installation)

f. Seal board upper (See Upper Seal Board Removal/Installation)

g. Hood latch (See Service and Repair)

3. Remove bolts A, then remove the bumper stiffener lower in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.






4. Remove fasteners B, then remove the closing plate in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.






5. Remove bolts C, then set the shroud upper plate out of the way.






6. Remove the upper mount rubber bracket in the direction of the arrow in the figure, then remove the upper mount rubber.






7. Pull the shroud panel in the direction of arrow (1) in the figure, and remove it in the direction of arrow (2).






CAUTION:
- Support the lower surface of the radiator with a floor jack to prevent the radiator from falling off after the shroud panel is removed.

8. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Upper Mount Rubber Removal Note

1. Remove the upper mount rubber bracket while pressing down the upper mount rubber bracket tab in the direction of the arrow in the figure.