2500 - 5500 Heavy Duty

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 3500 HD and 2013 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Brackets With Bolts & Nuts

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Install the bumper brackets (2) and install the bolts (3) and nuts (1). Do not tighten the nuts at this time.

Fig 2: Identifying Tow Hooks With Nuts & Bolts
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If equipped, install the tow hooks (3) and install the bolts (2) and nuts (1).
Tighten the nuts to 275 N.m (203 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Identifying Front Bumper Electrical Connectors & Nuts
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Position the bumper onto the frame tip brackets and install the eight nuts (2).
Connect the electrical connectors (1), if equipped.

Fig 4: Identifying Front Bumper Nut Tightening Sequence
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Tighten the eight bumper nuts using the sequence shown in illustration, to 95 N.m (70 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Identifying Bumper Brackets With Bolts & Nuts
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Check and adjust the bumper alignment as necessary. Refer to GAP AND FLUSH, SPECIFICATIONS .
Tighten the nuts (1) to 95 N.m (70 ft. lbs.).
If necessary, install the charge air cooler, according to the service information.
Install the grille. Refer to GRILLE, INSTALLATION .