Bumper - Front: Removal

For information on Ford Color Coded Illustrations refer to OEM Color Coding

1. Remove the front bumper cover. For additional information, refer to Bumper Cover -- Front .
2. If equipped, remove the active grille shutter assembly. For additional information refer to Front End Body Panels .
3. NOTE: The removal of the speed control sensor or the cruise control sensor bracket will require vertical alignment of the cruise control sensor and Cruise-Control Module (C-CM) Calibration when reinstalled.

   If equipped, remove the cruise control sensor and bracket. For additional information, refer to Parking Aid - Visual .

4. If equipped.
   • To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

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5. NOTE: There are 2 tack welds on each side of the front bumper. These welds must be drilled out to remove the beam.

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6. NOTE: Tack welds retaining the front bumper to the body rails are not required for installation. Install new front bumper bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).

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