Front Bumper Replacement Base

1. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.



2. Remove the bolts and washers that attach the bumper to the brace .
3. Remove the bolts and washers that attach the bumper to the bracket.



4. Remove the bumper from the vehicle.
5. Remove the guards (6, 7) from the bumper, if equipped.
6. Remove the air deflector (8) from the bumper, if equipped. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement .

1. Install the air deflector to the bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement .




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the guards (6, 7) to the bumper with the nuts, if equipped.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the bumper to the vehicle.



4. Install the bumper bolts and the washers to the bracket.
5. Install the bumper bolts and the washers to the brace.
6. Align the bumper laterally to the grille area.

Tighten
Tighten the bumper to the bracket and the brace bolts to 112 N·m (83 lb ft).