Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.
Front Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [8x]
Front Tire Front Air Deflector (2) - Remove [2x]
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [6x]
Front Bumper Fascia Bolt (2) - Remove [4x]
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NOTE:
- Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.
- Components removed for graphic clarity.
- Left side shown, right side similar.
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Remove [4x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [10x]
Engine Front Splash Shield (3) - Remove [2x]
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NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Components removed for graphic clarity.
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove [14x]
Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer (2) - Remove [8x]
Front Wheelhouse Liner (3) - Remove [2x]
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Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Screw (1) - Remove [3x]
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Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Screw (1) - Remove [6x]
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Bolt (2) - Remove [5x]
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Retainer (3) - Remove [2x]
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Remove the left side upper front bumper fascia bolt (2).
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Remove the right side upper front bumper fascia bolt (2).
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Front Bumper Fascia Bolt (1) - Remove [6x]
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On the left side of the front bumper fascia carefully push a small nylon wedge between the front bumper fascia (1), the front bumper fascia guide (2), and the front headlamp (3). Insert a suitable flat-bladed plastic trim tool into the fascia slot and depress the snaps one at a time and pull on the fascia at the same time to gradually remove the left side of the front bumper fascia.
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Reposition the front bumper fascia on the right side to gain access to the electrical connector (1).
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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On the left side of the front bumper fascia carefully push a small nylon wedge between the front bumper fascia (1), the front bumper fascia guide (2), and the front headlamp (3). Insert a suitable flat-bladed plastic trim tool into the fascia slot and depress the snaps one at a time and pull on the fascia at the same time to gradually remove the left side of the front bumper fascia.
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With the aid of an assistant, remove the fascia (1)
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Headlamp Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
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Headlamp Bolt (1) - Remove
Release the wiring harness retaining tab.
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Release the front headlamp guide pin from the front bumper fascia guide (1).
Remove the left and right side headlamps (2).
Disconnect all electrical connectors.
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Remove the left and right side front bumper fascia support outer brace bolt (1).
Remove the left and right side front bumper fascia support outer brace (2).
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Front Bumper Fascia Support Brace Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]

NOTE:

Forward range radar sensor will be with the bracket.

Forward Range Radar Bracket (2) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Front End Sheet Metal Cross Brace Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Front End Sheet Metal Cross Brace - Left Side (2) - Remove
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Front End Sheet Metal Cross Brace Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Front End Sheet Metal Cross Brace - Right Side (2) - Remove
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Horn Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Horn (2) - Reposition [2x]
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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Front Bumper Impact Bar Bolt (1) - Remove [8x]
Front Bumper Impact Bar (2) - Remove
Release the wiring harness retainers.
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer - Left Side (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Rear Duct - Left Side (1) - Remove
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer (1) - Remove [2x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Front Duct (1) - Remove
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Charge Air Cooler Upper Bracket Nut (1) - Loosen
Charge Air Cooler Bracket Bolt (2) - Remove [3x]
Reposition the engine auxiliary radiator assembly - left side.
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer - Right Side (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Rear Duct - Right Side (1) - Remove
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer - Right Side (1) - Remove [3x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Duct Retainer - Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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Auxiliary Radiator Front Duct - Right Side (1) - Remove
Reposition the engine auxiliary radiator assembly - right side.
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Headlamp Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Radiator Air Upper Baffle Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
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Front Bumper Fascia Center Support Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Pull the front bumper fascia center support (2) out from under both headlamps.
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Radiator Upper Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Radiator Upper Bracket - Left Side (2) - Remove
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Wiring Harness Retainer (1) - Remove
Radiator Upper Bracket Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
Radiator Upper Bracket - Right Side (3) - Remove
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Mark the location of the hood primary and secondary latch (1) with a grease pencil.
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
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Hood Primary and Secondary Latch (1) - Reposition away
Release the hood cable retainer.
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Radiator Air Upper Baffle Retainer (1, 2) - Remove [4x]
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Radiator Air Front Upper Baffle (1) - Remove
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Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor Protector (2) - Remove [2x]
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NOTE:
- Integral sensor assembly bolt uses Left Hand threads. Use counterclockwise rotation to loosen fastener at TORX® tip end. If accessing at pan head end of the fastener, use clockwise rotation to loosen bolt.
- The bolts are integral to the sensor, DO NOT remove separately.
Loosen the fastener and slide the sensor out of the keyhole slot.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor (1) - Remove [2x]
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Radiator Air Upper Baffle Retainer (1) - Remove [7x]
Radiator Air Upper Baffle (2) - Remove
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Release the 3 radiator air front upper baffle retainers (1).
Radiator Air Front Upper Baffle (2) - Remove
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Intake Air Duct (1) - Remove
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Air Cleaner Clamp (1) - Loosen
Air Cleaner Bolt (2) - Remove
Air Cleaner Assembly (3) - Remove
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Body Wiring Harness Fuse Block Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Body Wiring Harness Fuse Block Bracket (2) - Reposition
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Engine Control Module Bracket Nut (1) - Remove
Engine Control Module Bracket (2) - Reposition
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Battery Negative Cable Ground Bolt (1) - Remove
Battery Negative Cable Ground (2) - Reposition
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Slide the transmission control module and connector (1) from the bracket rear ward to reposition.
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Transmission Control Module Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
Rotate the transmission control module bracket (2) forward a quarter of turn and remove.
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Forward Lamp Wire Harness Ground Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Forward Lamp Wire Harness Ground Terminal (2) - Reposition [2x]
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Engine Wire Harness Ground Bolt (1) - Remove
Engine Wire Harness Ground Terminal (2) - Reposition
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WARNING:
Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning .

Hood Hold Open Rod Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Hood Hold Open Rod (2) - Remove
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Remove the 3 left side upper front compartment front panel bolt (1).
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Front Fender Bolt - Left Side (1) - Remove [2x]
Front Compartment Front Panel Bolt - Left Side (2) - Remove [3x]
Reposition the wiring harness.
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Front Compartment Front Panel Bolt - Left Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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Remove the 3 right side upper front compartment front panel bolt (1).
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Front Fender Bolt - Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
Front Compartment Front Panel Bolt - Right Side (2) - Remove [3x]
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Front Compartment Front Panel Bolt - Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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Front Compartment Front Panel (1) - Remove