FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A0008S2

      Remove the 9 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  2. REMOVE HOOD CENTER CUSHION


    1. A0007BS

      Remove the 2 hood center cushions.

  3. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A0006GME03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Put protective tape around the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.

    2. A0008FJE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Pin Hold Clip

      Using a screwdriver, turn the pin 90 degrees and remove the pin hold clip.

      Tech Tips

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

    3. Remove the clip.

      Tech Tips

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

    4. A00067AE02
      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.

    5. A0007Z1

      Remove the 6 screws.

    6. A0003J3

      Disengage the 3 claws as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

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

    7. A00097VE02

      Disengage the 2 claws as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

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

    8. Pull back the side of the front bumper assembly and disconnect each connector.

      Note

      Do not apply excessive force when separating the front bumper.

    9. A0004NF

      Using a clip remover, remove the 3 clips.

    10. w/ Headlight Cleaner System:


      1. A0008OC

        Disconnect the headlight cleaner hose and drain the washer fluid.

        Tech Tips

        Use a container to collect the washer fluid.

    11. Remove the front bumper assembly.