FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE FRONT SPOILER COVER (w/ Front Spoiler)

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  2. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER


    1. A004W3A

      Remove the 7 clips and radiator support opening cover.

  3. REMOVE HOOD CENTER CUSHION


    1. A004VLY

      Remove the 2 hood center cushions.

  4. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A004WET

      Put protective tape around the front bumper assembly.

      Text in Illustration
      B001MUK Protective Tape
    2. B001KVFE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Pin Hold Clip
      *a 90°

      Using a screwdriver, turn each pin 90 degrees and remove the 2 pin hold clips.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    3. A004XQGE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Front Bumper Seal Bracket

      Remove the screw and front bumper seal bracket.

      Note

      Do not pull the front bumper assembly until the front bumper seal bracket is removed, or the front bumper assembly may be damaged.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    4. A004WR3

      Remove the 6 screws.

    5. A00502X

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    6. Using a clip remover, remove the 2clips.

    7. A004WSE

      Disengage the 2 claws as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    8. A004YBU

      Disengage the 2 claws and disconnect the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.

    9. w/ LEXUS Parking Assist-sensor System:


      1. Disconnect the connector.

    10. w/ Fog Light:


      1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    11. w/ LEXUS Parking Assist-sensor System and w/ Fog Light:


      1. Disconnect the 3 connectors.

    12. w/ Headlight Cleaner System:


      1. B001KL1

        Disconnect the washer hose from the windshield washer motor and pump assembly, and drain the washer fluid.

        Tech Tips

        Use a container to collect the washer fluid.

    13. Remove the front bumper assembly.