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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013IMPALA V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMEBODY / FRAME MOUNT BUSHINGSERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.6L
Body / Frame Mount Bushing: Service and Repair
2013 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Rear Insulator Replacement
Special Tools
J 45296 Frame Insulator Remover/Installer
Removal Procedure
1.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2.Disconnect the steering intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
3.Disconnect the fog lamp electrical connectors from the fog lamps.
4.Remove the frame reinforcement nuts (3).
5.Remove the frame reinforcement bolts (1).
6.Remove the frame reinforcements (2).
7.Install a jackstand under the center of the frame, between the front frame insulators.
8.Remove the front frame bolts and retainers.
9.Lower the front of the frame.
10.Remove the frame front upper insulators.
11.Install the
J 45296 remover/installer, or equivalent to the front frame insulator you are removing.
12.Using the
J 45296 remover/installer, or equivalent remove the front frame insulator from the frame.
Installation Procedure
1.Clean the front frame insulator opening.
2.Apply a thin coat of rubber lubricant GM P/N 01051717 (Canadian P/N 12345884) or equivalent to the inside of the front frame insulator opening.
3.Apply a thin coat of rubber lubricant GM P/N 01051717 (Canadian P/N 12345884) or equivalent to the front frame insulator.
4.Align the front frame insulator to the front frame opening with the front frame alignment tabs facing to the front.
5.Using the
J 45296 remover/installer, or equivalent install the front frame insulator to the front frame.
6.Install the frame front upper insulators.
7.Raise the front of the frame.
Caution:Refer to Fastener Caution .
8.Install the front frame bolts and retainers.
TightenTighten the front frame bolts to 145 N �m (107 lb ft).
9.Remove the jackstand.
10.Install the frame reinforcements (2).
11.Install the frame reinforcement bolts (1).
TightenTighten the bolts to 20 N �m (15 lb ft).
12.Install the frame reinforcement nuts (3).
TightenTighten the nuts to 20 N �m (15 lb ft).
13.Connect the fog lamp electrical connectors to the fog lamps.
14.Connect the steering intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
15.Lower the vehicle.
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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.