Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Impact Bar Replacement - Front Bumper

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front bumper fascia.




2. Remove the energy absorber push-in retainers from the front impact bar.
3. Remove the energy absorber from the front impact bar.




4. Remove the fog lamps.
5. Remove the front impact bar nuts (3).
6. Remove the front impact bar (1) from the frame rail (4).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the impact bar (1) to the vehicle (4).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the front impact bar retaining nuts (3) to the impact bar (1).

Tighten the nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).




3. Install the energy absorber to the front impact bar.
4. Install the energy absorber push-in retainers to the impact bar.
5. Install the fog lamps.
6. Install the front bumper fascia.