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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 28467-34 Lift Hook Wing Nut and Washer (2)
    • J 28467-6A Bracket Assembly (2)
    • J 28467-7A Bolt Hook (2)
    • J 28467-500 Engine Support Fixture
    • J 28467-B Universal Engine Support Fixture
    • J 45057 Engine Support Bar Assembly
    • J 45057-2 Lower Support Bar

Installation Procedure

  1. Remove the right engine mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .

  2. Object Number: 759952  Size: SH
  3. Install the J 45057 to the right engine mount strut bracket (1).

  4. Object Number: 759950  Size: SH
  5. Install the J 45057 to the left side engine lift bracket.

  6. Object Number: 759951  Size: SH
  7. Install the J 45057 to the right rear engine lift bracket.
  8. For Buick vehicles, remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  9. Disconnect the hood strut assist rods from the fenders.
  10. Carefully open and secure the hood in a 90 degree position.

  11. Object Number: 790666  Size: SH
  12. Install a J 28467-B and retention pin to each end of the J 28467-500 beam (2).

  13. Object Number: 105924  Size: SH
  14. Position the J 28467-B to the left and right side inner fender rails in order to install the J 28467-500 .

  15. Object Number: 682139  Size: SH
  16. Assemble the following to create 2 lift hook assemblies as shown:
  17. • J 28467-34
    • J 28467-6A
    • J 28467-7A

    Object Number: 682301  Size: SH
  18. Install the 2 lift hook assemblies (1) to the J 45057-2  (2).

  19. Object Number: 759954  Size: SH
  20. Install the right side lift hook assembly to the right side hole in the J 45057  (2).

  21. Object Number: 759953  Size: SH
  22. Install the left side lift hook assembly to the left side hole in the J 45057  (2).
  23. Gently tighten the J 28467-34 lift hook wing nuts.
  24. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  25. Remove the lower air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
  26. Install one end of a suitable utility strap to the transaxle.
  27. • If the vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel-Drive (AWD), carefully wrap the utility strap around the transfer case.
    • If the vehicle is equipped with Front-Wheel-Drive (FWD), carefully wrap the utility strap around the transaxle case extension housing.
  28. Install the opposite end of the utility strap to a suitable underbody structure.
  29. Tighten the utility strap in order to prevent movement of the powertrain.