Front Bumper Bracket: Service and Repair

Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement


Removal Procedure

Caution:Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution .

1.Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2.Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .





3.Remove all related panels and components.

4.Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body .

5.Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .





Important:Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

1.Locate and remove all factory welds attaching the front bumper bracket to the frame rail. Note the number and location of the welds for installation of the new bracket.





1.Remove the damaged front bumper bracket.

Installation Procedure





1.Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary for welding

2.Apply GM-approved Weld-Thru Coating or equivalent to all mating surfaces. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .

3.Position the front bumper bracket to the vehicle. Ensure proper positioning of the front bumper bracket by using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the front bracket into place.





1.Using a MIG-welder, weld the front bumper bracket to the vehicle, duplicating the factory welds.

2.Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.

3.Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .

4.Paint the repair area. Refer to Paint Identification Paint Identification .

5.Install all related panels and components.

6.Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

7.Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .