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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2000 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Cooling 🢒 Instrument Panel Tie Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the wiring harnesses from the cross vehicle beam.

    4. Object Number: 291493 Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolts (2) from the bracket joining the cross vehicle beam to the HVAC module (3).

    5. Object Number: 291494 Size: SH
  5. Remove the bolts joining the cross vehicle beam (1) to the front of the dash (2) and sides.
  6. Remove the cross vehicle beam.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 291494 Size: SH
  1. Install the cross vehicle beam (1) to the front of the dash (2).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining bolts to 10 N·m(89 lb in).


    Object Number: 291493 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts joining the cross vehicle beam to the HVAC module bracket (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining screws to 2 N·m(18 lb in).

  4. Connect the wiring harnesses to the cross vehicle beam.
  5. Install the instrument panel.