Front Bumper Removal/Installation
NOTE:
  • Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the front bumper.
  • When removing components, use the trim tools or equivalent.
  • Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Remove the bolts (A) and clips (B) securing the front bumper (C).
  1. Remove the screws (A) and clips (B) from both sides.
  1. Gently pull out on the front edge of the wheel arch protector (A) to release the hooks (B).
  1. Start the bottom to the middle of the wheel arch, pry the clip portions of the wheel arch protector up with a trim tool to detach the clips (C, D).
    NOTE: Take care not to damage paint around a clip hole in the front fender during clip removal. If paint is damaged, repair it with touch-up paint to ensure corrosion protection.
  1. Repeat Step 4 to Step 5 on the other side of the front bumper to release the other front wheel arch protector from the front bumper.
  1. On both sides, insert shop towels (A) between both wheel arch protectors (B) and body. Remove the screws securing the front bumper (C) from both sides.
  1. Pull on the front bumper (A) at the wheel arch areas to release it from the hooks (B) on the side spacers (C).
  1. With the help of an assistant, while pulling the wheel arch portion away from the side spacer (A), pull the front bumper to release the bumper from the hooks (B) on the corner upper beam (C).
  1. With the help of an assistant, pull the front bumper (A) to release the bumper from the hooks (B) on the front bumper bracket (C), and if equipped, disconnect the front fog light connectors (D).
  1. For some models: While pinching the retainer (E), pull the headlight washer tube (F) to disconnect it from a nozzle (G) of the washer motor.
  1. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If equipped, make sure the front fog light connectors are plugged in properly, and the headlight washer tube is connected securely.
    • Make sure the front bumper engages the hooks (of both the side bracket and side spacers) on each side securely.
    • Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
    • Push the clips and hooks into place securely.