Bumper Moulding Rework Procedure

Figure 1:

1. Remove the two (2) bumper side retaining screws from within the fender opening (either one or both sides as applicable), Figure 1. This will enable the bumper wings to be pulled away from the vehicle and allow access to the end of the insert moulding.
2. If the bulge is between the first retaining tab and the end of the bumper insert moulding, proceed as follows:

a. Inspect the insert moulding to see if it is contacting the inner flange of the bumper.

Figure 2:

b. If the moulding is in contact with the flange, trim the moulding at an angle to provide clearance, Figure 2.

c. Inspect the insert moulding to be sure that the bulge has been removed.

d. If this rework does not correct the concern, replace the insert moulding. See the bumper insert replacement procedure in this article.

3. If the bulge is between the first and second or subsequent retaining tabs, proceed as follows.

Figure 3:

a. Pull the insert moulding toward the bumper end until there is sufficient clearance to insert a 8-10 mm wide wedge (cut from waste insert moulding) between the rear face of the # 1 retaining tab and the rear edge of the retainer opening, Figure 3.

b. Insert an 8-10 mm wide wedge into the opening.

c. Trim the end of the insert moulding to clear the bumper inner flange.

Figure 4:

4. Replace the insert moulding if the bulge is between the first and second or subsequent retaining tabs and the tabs are against the outer end of the retainer opening, Figure 4. See the following bumper insert replacement procedure.