Removal & Installation
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- Remove left/right screws and lift out wheel arch finishers (1) from side. See Fig 1 . Remove expansion rivets on left/right and remove grille (1). See Fig 2 . Remove impact absorber left and right bolts. See Fig 3 . On models with Park Distance Control (PDC) and/or fog lights, pull bumper back a little and disconnect electrical connection for fog lights and/or PDC. See Fig 4 . On models with headlight cleaning system, pull bumper back a little and detach lock and disconnect hose connection. See Fig 5 . On all models, remove bumper.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. The height of the bumper is adjusted by turning the socket head cap screw. See Fig 6 . For proper adjustment, distance "A" shown in illustration must be the same all around between the bumper and body cutout. Dimension "A" is .16-.24" (4-6 mm). See Fig 7 .