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Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT

REMOVAL

1. Remove front fascia.
2. Remove end plugs in ends of bumper after removing screws in front of bumper.

Fig. 1:




3. Remove attaching bolts from bumper reinforcement to adapter plate through ends of the bumper. (Fig. 1).
4. If beam is damaged, the adapter plate to rail welds will have to be cut off.

INSTALLATION

1. Place reinforcement in position on front of vehicle.
2. Install attaching bolts to inside of bumper reinforcement to adapter plates.
3. Install end plugs in ends of bumper, using screws in front of the bumper.
4. Install front fascia.