Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement

Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement


Removal Procedure

1.Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .

2.Remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement - Left Side , Headlamp Replacement - Right Side , or Headlamp Replacement .

3.Remove the impact absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .





4.Remove the windshield washer reserve tank.

-Disconnect the windshield washer pump wiring harness plug (1).

-Disconnect the windshield wash system (2) from pump.

-Remove the rear window wash system (3) from pump.

-Remove the 2 hoses from the guide.

-Remove the 2 bolts (4 and 5).

5.For vehicles with a high-pressure headlamp wash system, disconnect the pump wiring harness plug.





Important:
-Depending on the degree of damage, one or both impact absorbers must be replaced. Inspect for twisted screwing points and bent attachment surfaces on the front member.

-During production, impact bars are spot-welded to the side member closure plate. These welds are not replaced during service.

6.Remove the impact bar bracket (1).

-Drill out 4 spot welds (I and II).

-Remove the 4 bolts (arrows).

Installation Procedure





1.Prime the connecting flange side member (2) and the drilled holes (1) in top front.

Notice:Refer to Fastener Notice .

Important:When replacing the impact bar, the new parts do not require painting in the service department.

2.Install the impact bar bracket.

TightenTighten the 4 bolts (1) to 10 N �m (89 lb in).

Mark the heads of the bolts with paint.

Important:Observe protective wax corrosion protection measures.

3.Apply the cavity sealing/protective wax to the mounting surfaces and connecting flanges.

4.Connect the wiring harness to impact bar bracket.

Fasten the 2 cable ties.

5.Install the windshield washer reserve tank.

TightenTighten the 2 bolts to 3.5 N �m (32 lb in).

-Install the 2 hoses the into guide.

-Install the rear window wash system hose to the pump.

-Install the front window wash system hose to the pump.

-Connect windshield washer pump wiring harness plug.

6.For vehicles with a high-pressure headlamp wash system, connect the pump wiring harness plug.

7.Install the impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .

8.Install the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement - Left Side , Headlamp Replacement - Right Side , or Headlamp Replacement .

9.Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .