Replacing front bumper (bumper trim):

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Remove grill for bumper trim,

refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM GRILL FOR BUMPER TRIM (UP TO 9/01) .

Remove metal nuts (1) on left/right.

Version with fog lamps:

If necessary, detach retainer (2) for fog lamp.

Fig 1: Removing Metal Nuts On Left/Right

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Detach edge guard (1) from bumper (2).

Fig 2: Detaching Edge Guard From Bumper

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Lever out cover (1) for towing eyelet and detach retaining strap from bumper (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Lever Out Cover For Towing Eyelet & Detaching Retaining Strap From Bumper

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