Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Impact Bar Replacement - Front Bumper

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper (Pontiac) ()Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper (Chevrolet) () .
2. Use the J 38778 in order to remove the push-in retainers from the front bumper energy absorber.




3. Remove the front bumper energy absorber from the front impact bar.
4. Remove the front impact bar bolts from the rail.
5. Remove the front impact bar from the frame rail.



Installation Procedure





1. Align the front impact bar to the frame rail.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the front impact bar bolts to the frame rail.

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

3. Install the front bumper energy absorber to the front impact bar.
4. Install the push-in retainers to the front bumper energy absorber.
5. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper (Pontiac) ()Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper (Chevrolet) () .