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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2003 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Front End Sheet Metal Support Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 431893 Size: SH
  1. Remove the hood secondary catch and primary latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  2. Remove the input air temperature sensor (2) connector from the center support (1).
  3. Remove the upper fascia plastic retainer from the top of the center support.

    4. Object Number: 239366 Size: SH
  4. Remove the following components from the vehicle:
    5. • The 2 bolts
    • The center support (2)

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 239366 Size: SH
  1. Install the center support (2) to the vehicle. Secure the support with the 2 bolts.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the center support bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).


    Object Number: 431893 Size: SH
  2. Install the input air temperature sensor (2) connector to the center support (1).
  3. Install the hood secondary catch and primary latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  4. Install the upper fascia plastic retainer to the top of the center support.