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Front Bumper: Service and Repair


Front Bumper Replacement


Removal Procedure

1.Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .

2.Remove the fog lamps, if applicable. Refer to Front Fog Lamp Replacement .





1.Remove the bolts that attach the bumper bracket to the frame.

2.Remove the bumper from the vehicle.

3.Remove the bolts that attach the bumper bracket to the bumper.





1.Remove the front bumper fascia (2) from the bumper (1). Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .

Installation Procedure





1.Install the front bumper fascia (2) to the bumper (1). Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .

2.Install the bumper bracket to the bumper.

Notice:Refer to Fastener Notice .

3.Install the bumper to bracket bolts.

TightenTighten the bolts to 40 N �m (30 lb ft).

4.Install the bumper to the vehicle.

5.Install the bumper bracket to frame bolts.

TightenTighten the bolts to 40 N �m (30 lb ft).

6.Install the fog lamps, if applicable. Refer to Front Fog Lamp Replacement .

7.Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .