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Radiator Support: Service and Repair





Body, front

Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing






1 - Cover/towing eye
Removing: Swing toward front using suitable tool and detach from turn signal/holder

2 - Lock carrier with attachments
Must be installed free of stress

3 - Screw
5 Nm ±0.5 Nm (44 ±4 in lb)

4 - Screw
3 Nm ±0.5 Nm (27 ±4 in lb)

5 - Speed nut

6 - Hex bolt
23 Nm (17 ft lb)

Removing

- Remove upper and lower air deflectors.
- Loosen air guides near wheelhousing liner.

- Disconnect harness
Main engine compartment connector near radiator
Horn connector(s)
Ambient temperature switch -G38- (with multi- function indicator as of m.y. 1996)

- Disconnect hood lock cable.
- Loosen AC refrigerant line and clamps (where applicable).

CAUTION! Disconnect brackets and support points only DO NOT open the air conditioning refrigerant circuit

Installing

- Move lock carrier with attachments towards rear (arrow) as far as possible, tighten screws -3- and -4-.
- Make sure hood opens and closes smoothly, without excessive force.
- Continue installing in reverse order of removal.