Equinox FWD V6-3.0L (2010)
3. Locate the fascia support bracket as shown.
4. By hand, apply inboard pressure to the fascia. Position the fascia 1.0 mm (0.04 in) inboard (sub-flush) to the quarter panel surface.
5. While holding the fascia and fascia support in position, drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole in the fascia and fascia support. Use the location shown in the
illustration.
6. While holding the fascia and fascia support in position, install the fastener, GM P/N 11609539.
Tighten
Tighten the fastener to 2.5 Nm (22 lb in).
7. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly on the affected side. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement (Equinox) in SI. Verify the fit of the fascia and tail lamp.
Reposition as required before tightening the tail lamp fasteners.
8. Tighten the two fascia retainers as shown.
Tighten
Tighten the retainers to 7 Nm (62 lb in).
9. Reinstall the fascia screw cover.
10. Repeat the procedure on the other side of the vehicle if required.
