Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement - Front

Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement - Front

Tools Required

J 45296 Frame Insulator Remover/Installer


Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.




2. Remove the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the frame front upper insulators.




4. Install the J 45296 , or equivalent to the front frame insulator you are removing.
5. Using the J 45296 , or equivalent remove the front frame insulator from the frame.



Installation Procedure

1. Clean the front frame insulator opening.
2. Apply a thin coat of rubber lubricant GM P/N 01051717 (Canadian P/N 12345884) or equivalent to the inside of the front frame insulator opening and front frame insulator.




3. Align the front frame insulator to the front frame opening with the front frame alignment tabs facing to the front.
4. Using the J 45296 , or equivalent install the front frame insulator to the front frame.




5. Install the frame front upper insulators.
6. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Lower the vehicle.