Front Bumper Mounting

Front Bumper Mounting

Removal

NOTE:
The front bumper mounting is serviced as a separate weld-on panel.

NOTE:
Due to the combined thickness of the panels, it is recommended that spot welds are replaced with MIG plug welds in this repair.
1 The front bumper mounting is replaced in conjunction with:
- Front bumper cover
- Front bumper
- Hood latch panel
- Both front fenders
2 For additional information relating to this repair procedure please see the following: For additional information, refer to Body and Frame
For additional information, refer to Standard Workshop Practices Standard Workshop Practices
3 Remove the hood latch panel. For additional information, refer to Hood Latch Panel
4 Remove the radiator cooling pack. For additional information, refer to Radiator Service and Repair
5 LH Side: Remove the air intake pipe.
6 RH Side: Remove the windshield washer reservoir. For additional information, refer to Windshield Washer Reservoir Service and Repair
7 Release and lay aside the wiring harness.




8 Mill out the spot welds.




9 Mill out the spot welds.

10 Separate the joints and remove the panel.

Installation
1 Prepare the old and new panel joint surfaces.
2 Drill holes in the new panel ready for plug welding.
3 Offer up the new panel and clamp into position. Check alignment, if correct, proceed to next step, if not, rectify and recheck before proceeding.




4 Plug weld to the front side member.




5 Plug weld to the front side member closing panel.
6 Dress all welded joints.
7 The installation of associated panels and mechanical components is the reverse of removal.