Front Bumper Cover / Fascia: Service and Repair

Cover bumper front

Note! 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.

Removal

Removing the front bumper cover




Remove the 3 screws securing the air baffle in the bottom edge of the bumper cover.





Remove:
- the 5 clips
- the 2 screws (1).




Remove the 5 screws on each side.




Remove the 2 covers for the washer jets.

Hint: Carefully grip the cover. Pull out the cover until its catch becomes accessible from underneath. Press up the catch and remove the cover. Do not damage the painted surfaces or the washer jets.




Disconnect both ends of the bumper cover. Grip the bumper cover inside the fender liner. Carefully pull out the bumper cover until the 2 catches on the inside release.
Pull the bumper cover forwards until the remaining 2 catches located under the lamps release. Lift out the bumper cover.
Disconnect the connectors for fog lamps, if applicable.

Transferring components

Transferring components

Transfer:
- the fog lamp and the panel. See: Front fog lights Front Fog Lights
- the energy absorber (shock absorber)
- the radiator masking
- the cover for the towing eye
- the center air vent.

Replacing components

Replacing side mounting brackets




Slacken off the 2 screws.

Replacing front mounting brackets




Release the clips from underneath.

Replacing the front spoiler





Remove:
- the 19 catches
- the 2 clips (1) at the end on the inside of the bumper cover. The clips hold the lower section in place.
Remove the spoiler from the bumper cover.
Clean the surfaces of the bumper cover where the new spoiler section is to be secured.
Press the new spoiler section into place on the bumper cover.
Check that all the catches engage.

Installation

Installing the front bumper cover

Install:
- the energy absorber (shock absorber) in the bumper member
- the connectors for fog lamps, if applicable.
Press the bumper cover into place.

Install:
- the screws, 5 per wheel arch. Tighten
- the 5 clips at the top edge of the bumper cover
- the 2 screws at the top edge of the bumper cover. Tighten
- the covers for the headlamp washer jets
- the 3 screws securing the air baffle to the bottom edge of the bumper cover. Tighten.