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Removal








EXTERIOR: FRONT BUMPER: REMOVAL

REMOVAL





1. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH
(a) Remove the 3 screws.
(b) Partially remove the fender liner.
HINT: It is not necessary to fully remove the fender liner. Partially remove it so that the bumper cover can be removed later.

2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH
HINT: Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

3. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER





(a) Remove the 3 screws and 2 bolts.
(b) Using a clip remover, remove the clip labeled A, 2 clips labeled B, and 2 radiator protectors.






(c) Apply protective tape under the front fender.
(d) Using a screwdriver, detach the 6 claws labeled A and 2 claws labeled B, and remove the bumper cover.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

4. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ENERGY ABSORBER






5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 6 nuts and reinforcement.






6. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT LH
(a) Remove the screw and bolt.
(b) Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 clips, and remove the side support.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

7. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT RH
HINT: Use the same procedures described for the LH side.