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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the Preface section.

    Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

  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. Object Number: 2027923  Size: SH
  5. Remove the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1).

  6. Object Number: 2027924  Size: SH
  7. Cut the front bumper impact bar left and right.
  8. Locate and mark all factory welds.

  9. Object Number: 2027925  Size: SH
  10. Drill all factory welds.

  11. Object Number: 2027926  Size: SH
  12. Remove the remaining parts of the front bumper impact bar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2027927  Size: SH
  1. Position the front bumper impact bar on the vehicle.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 2027923  Size: SH
  3. Install the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N·m (74 lb ft).
  4. Note: Use only the original front bumper impact bar bolts. Replace bolts if damaged.

  5. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
  6. Install all related panels and components.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.