GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.1L 🢒 Radiator Support Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 181871 Size: SH
  1. Support the radiator and the condenser assembly.
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the close out panel.

    4. Object Number: 161040 Size: SH
  4. Remove the transmission cooler lines from the retaining clips on the lower radiator support .

    5. Object Number: 486715 Size: SH
  5. Remove the lower radiator mounting panel bolts.
  6. Remove the lower radiator mounting panel from the vehicle.
  7. Remove radiator support.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 486715 Size: SH
  1. Install radiator support.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the lower radiator mounting panel bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the lower radiator mounting panel to the vehicle.

    4. Object Number: 161040 Size: SH
  4. Install the transmission cooler lines to the retaining clips on the lower radiator support.
  5. Install the close out panel.
  6. Lower the vehicle.