Removal [04/2013 - 10/2016]: Procedure
- REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
- REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT CUSHION
- REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY
- Insert a piece of cardstock, such as a business card, between the front bumper assembly and front fender as shown in the illustration.NOTE:
Make sure to use a piece of cardstock to prevent the front bumper assembly and front fender from interfering with each other and being damaged when removing the front bumper assembly.
Adhesive Tape - Secure the cardstock using adhesive tape.
- Apply protective tape around the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.
Protective Tape - Using a screwdriver, turn the pin 90 degrees and remove the pin hold clip.
*1 Pin Hold Clip *a 90° HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Remove the clip.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Remove the screw.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Remove the 8 screws.
- Remove the 3 bolts.
- Remove the 2 clips.
- Disengage the 2 claws (a) in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) in the illustration.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Disengage the claw (b) and 7 guides in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) in the illustration.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Pull back the side of the front bumper assembly and disconnect each connector.NOTE:
Do not apply excessive force when pulling back the front bumper assembly.
- w/ Headlight Cleaner System:
- Disengage the 2 clamps and clip.
- Disconnect the washer hose from the windshield washer motor and pump assembly, and install the hose plage No. 2.
HINT:
Use a container to collect the washer fluid.
- Remove the front bumper assembly.
- Insert a piece of cardstock, such as a business card, between the front bumper assembly and front fender as shown in the illustration.