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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001LUMINA V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMESTRUCTURAL BRACESERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.1L VIN J
Structural Brace: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Service and Repair
Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the rear bolt (1) from the front end sheet metal diagonal brace (2,5) at the front wheelhouse.
3. Remove the bolts from the front end sheet metal diagonal brace at the upper tie bar.
4. Remove the front end sheet metal diagonal brace from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the front end sheet metal diagonal brace (2,5) to the upper tie bar and the front wheel house.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the front end sheet metal diagonal brace bolts (1) to the upper tie bar.
Tighten the front end sheet metal diagonal brace front bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
3. Install the rear bolt to the front end sheet metal diagonal brace at the front wheelhouse.
Tighten the front end sheet metal diagonal brace rear bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
4. Close the hood.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.