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Front Bumper Shock Absorber: Service and Repair



Front Bumper Fascia Energy Absorber Replacement

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


Removal Procedure





1. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement) .
2. Remove the push-in retainers from the front bumper energy absorber using J 38778 .
3. Remove the front bumper energy absorber from the front bumper impact bar.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the front bumper energy absorber to the front bumper impact bar.
2. Install the push-in retainers to the front bumper energy absorber.
3. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement) .