Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Six Pin-Type Retainers

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Remove the six pin-type retainers (three each side).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Four Front Bumper Cover Bolts
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Remove the four front bumper cover bolts (two each side).

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Two Front Bumper Cover To Front Fender Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the two front bumper cover to front fender pin-type retainers (one each side).
If equipped, disconnect the fog lamp electrical connectors.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Lower Front Bumper Cover Bolts
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Remove the lower front bumper cover bolts.

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the pin-type retainers.

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Upper Bolts & Front Bumper Cover
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Remove the two upper bolts (one each side) and the front bumper cover.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

When installing, be sure to position the front bumper cover into the bumper slides.
Transfer components as necessary.