Removal and Installation

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Remove the front bumper side bracket bolts (2 each side) at the frame.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft)
If equipped, disconnect the fog lamp electrical connector and remove from the retainers.
If equipped disconnect the block heater connector pin-type retainer from the front bumper.

Fig 1: Locating Blockheater Connector Pin-Type Retainer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 3 pin-type retainers from the radiator lower air deflector.
Remove the 4 front bumper retaining bolts and 2 nut plates.
- To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft)
NOTE: The aid of an assistant is required to remove the front bumper.

Remove the front bumper from the vehicle.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Transfer components as necessary.