Removal [06/2015 - 11/2018]: Procedure
- REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
- REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY
- Apply protective tape around the front bumper assembly.
Protective Tape HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH.
- Remove the 6 bolts.
- Remove the 8 screws.
- Using a screwdriver, turn the pins 90 degrees and remove the 2 pin hold clips.
*a 90° HINT:
- When removing the pin hold clips, turn the steering wheel right and left to ensure enough space to work.
- Use the same procedure for the RH.
- Fold back a part of the edge of the front fender liner as shown in the illustration, and remove the screw and clip.
*a Back view of the vehicle *b Side view of the vehicle HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side.
- Disengage the claws as shown in the illustration.
Place Hands Here Remove in this Direction HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side.
- Disengage the claw as shown in the illustration.
Place Hands Here Remove in this Direction NOTE:Because the vehicle wire harness is connected to the front bumper assembly, hold the front bumper assembly in a position where the connectors and clamps can be disconnected.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side.
- Using a clip remover, disengage the clamps.NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the clamps, such as by prying them with excessive force using a clip remover.
- Disconnect the 4 connectors.
- Remove the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.
Remove in this Direction
- Apply protective tape around the front bumper assembly.