Radiator Support: Service and Repair

Front End

NOTE: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Removing the front section







Remove:
- the headlights
- the bumper. See: Cover bumper front Service and Repair
- the washer jets on the left and right side
- the cover plate
- the air guides
- hood catch cable
- hood catch
- radiator mounting
- power steering fluid reservoir

Disconnect:
- 2 impact sensors
- the cable harness and radiator hoses from the front plate.

Remove:
- the front edge of the fender
- the 3 screws in the top edge of the fender
- the fender and 5 M6 screws.

Pull the front edge of the fender outward slightly so that the screws are accessible. See the illustration.







Remove the 8 M8 screws of the front plate and remove the plate.

Installation

Installing the front section

NOTE: For tightening torques, see: Tightening torque.

Install:
- the front plate with 8 M8 screws
- the cable harness and radiator hoses
- the power steering fluid reservoir
- radiator mounting
- hood catch
- the hood catch cable

Check that the hood catch engages and disengages.

Install:
- 2 impact sensors
- the air guides
- the cover plate
- 2 washer jets.

Adjust the front fenders and screw them into place.

Install:
- the headlights
- the bumper.
See Cover bumper front. Service and Repair