Front Bumper: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION (ELECTRIC) . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to: Front Bumper Cover .
Position aside the LH lighting wire harness.

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Remove the 4 bolts and the lower radiator support.

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Remove the forward PCM case bolt.

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Remove the bolt and position aside the horn assembly.

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Remove the forward washer reservoir bolt.

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Position aside the horn wiring harness.

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Remove the upper radiator air deflector.

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Remove the 2 lower radiator grille support bolts and adjusters.

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NOTE: On both sides.

Loosen but do not remove one of the upper bumper nuts on each side. Remove the remaining nuts.

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NOTE: On both sides.

Remove the forward fender bolts.

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Loosen as far as possible but do not remove the upper radiator grille reinforcement bolts.

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With the help of an assistant, remove the previously loosened bumper nuts and carefully remove the bumper assembly.