Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Impact Bar Replacement - Front Bumper

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the bolts (2) that retain the front bumper brackets (3) to the frame (1).
2. Remove the front bumper from the vehicle.
3. Remove the front bumper impact bar brackets from the front bumper. Refer to Bracket Replacement - Front Bumper (Bracket Replacement Front Bumper) .
4. Remove the front bumper step pad from the bumper. Refer to Step Pad Replacement - Front Bumper () .
5. Remove the front bumper step pad extensions from the front bumper impact bar, if equipped. Refer to Step Pad Extension Replacement - Front Bumper () .



Installation Procedure





1. Install the front bumper step pad extensions to the front bumper impact bar, if equipped. Refer to Step Pad Extension Replacement - Front Bumper () .
2. Install the front bumper step pad to the bumper. Refer to Step Pad Replacement - Front Bumper () .
3. Install the front bumper impact bar brackets (3) to the front bumper and the front bumper reinforcement. Refer to Bracket Replacement - Front Bumper (Bracket Replacement Front Bumper) .
4. Install the front bumper to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

5. Install the front bumper bracket retaining bolts (2) to the frame (1).

Tighten the bolts that retain the front bumper bracket to the frame to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).