Tools Required
J 38778 Door Trim Pad and
Garnish Clip Remover
Removal Procedure
- Remove the front fascia extensions, if equipped. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement
in Bumpers.
- Remove the screws (4) and separate
the fender liner from the front fascia.
- Remove the bolts (1) from the top of the front fascia.
- Remove the screws (3) that separate the front fascia from the fender.
- Remove the push-in retainers (2) from the bumper fascia using J 38778
.
- Disconnect the fog lamp electrical connectors.
- Remove the fascia from the vehicle.
- Remove the fog lamps. Refer to
Front Fog Lamp Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the grilles from the fascia. Refer to
Fascia Grille Replacement
.
- Remove the fascia inserts. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Insert Replacement
.
- Remove
the 10 screws from the upper and lower fascias, if equipped with a 2-piece
fascia.
Installation Procedure
- Assemble
the upper and lower fascias with the 10 screws, if equipped with
2-piece fascia.
- Install the fascia inserts. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Insert Replacement
.
- Install the grilles. Refer to
Fascia Grille Replacement
.
- Install the fog lamps. Refer to
Front Fog Lamp Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Position the fascia to the vehicle.
- Connect the fog lamp electrical connectors.
- Install the push-in retainers (2)
to the front fascia.
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.
- Install the bolts (1) to the front fascia.
Tighten
Tighten the fascia bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).
- Install the screws (3) that connect the front fascia to the fender.
Tighten
Tighten the fascia to fender screws to 5 N·m
(44 lb in).
- Install the screws (4) that connect the front fascia to the fender
liners.
Tighten
Tighten the fascia to fender liner screws to 5 N·m
(44 lb in).
- Install the front fascia extensions, if removed. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement
in Bumpers.