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Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement






Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement


Removal Procedure

Warning:Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning .

Warning:Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

1.Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2.Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

3.Remove all related panels and components.





4.Remove the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1).





5.Cut the front bumper impact bar (1) left and right.

6.Locate and mark all factory welds.





7.Drill all factory welds (1).





8.Remove the remaining parts of the front bumper impact bar (1).

9.Paint the flanges of the front compartment side rail.

Installation Procedure





1.Position the front bumper impact bar (1) on the vehicle.

Caution:Refer to Fastener Caution .





2.Install the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1) and tighten to110 N �m (81 lb ft).

Note:Use only the original front bumper impact bar bolts. Replace bolts if damaged.

3.Apply anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary.

4.Install all related panels and components.

5.Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

6.Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .