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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Express 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Bumpers 🢒 Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front impact bar from the vehicle. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
  2. Mark the location of the bolts and the brackets to the bumper.

    3. Object Number: 314818 Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts (2) that retain the brackets (1) to the bumper (4) and the bumper reinforcement (3).
  4. Remove the brackets (1) from the bumper (4) and the bumper reinforcement (3).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 314818 Size: SH
  1. Install the bracket (1) to the bumper (4) and the bumper reinforcement (3).
  2. Align the brackets (1) with the marks made prior to the removal.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bumper (4) and bumper reinforcement retaining bolts (2).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bumper reinforcement retaining bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the front bumper impact bar to the vehicle. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .