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Front Bumper: Service and Repair

Front Bumper

REMOVAL

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM "AIRBAG"
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the front bumper assembly.

CAUTION:
- All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equipment on these circuit.
- Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring harness when servicing the front bumper assembly.




1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2. Remove the canister.
3. Remove the front grille.
4. Remove the parking light and headlight LH.
5. Remove the mud guard.
6. Remove bolts from side of bumper.




7. Remove bolt from lower center of bumper.




8. Remove bolts from lower side of bumper.




9. Remove bolts (engine compartment side) from bumper stays.
10. Remove turn signal light connector.




11. Remove bumper assembly.




INSTALLATION
To install the front bumper, reverse the above removal procedures.

CAUTION:
- Be extremely careful to prevent scratches on bumper face as It is made of resin.
- Be careful not to scratch the body when removing or installing the bumper.
- To facilitate Installation of front bumper, attach hook (located at stay) to body panel.
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