LaCrosse V8-53L (2008) Front Frame Cushion Insulator Replacement
Body / Frame Mount Bushing: Service and Repair
Front Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement
Front Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement
Tools Required
J 45296 Frame Insulator Remover/Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (See: Steering and Suspension/Steering/Steering
Column/Service and Repair/Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement).
3. Install a jackstand under the center of the frame, between the front frame insulators.
4. Remove the front frame bolts and retainers.
5. Lower the front of the frame.
6. Remove the frame front upper insulators.
7. Install the J 45296, or equivalent to the front frame insulator that you are removing.
8. Using the J 45296, or equivalent remove the front 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
and to the front frame insulator.