Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Bumper rail front, replacing

As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the front bumper rail




The bumper rail is secured to the side members using four screws and two plug welds on each side. The plug welds are in metal washers pressed into the aluminum member.
Check that the general dimensions of the car are correct. See Side members / wheel arches front, alignment chart .

Remove:
- the components. See Front section, exposing Service and Repair
- the 4 screws.
Drill out the spot welds.
Grind clean.
Apply welding primer.

Installing the front bumper rail





Install:
- the member
- the 4 screws. M10. Tighten.
Spot-weld.