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Removing bumper up to 02.98

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NOTE: The following list refers to items in Fig 1 .
  1. - Cover 
  2. - Rivet (spreader) 
    • Connects cover to wheel house liner
  3. - Buffer/cross-member 
  4. - Cross-member 
  5. - Bolt 
    • 4.5 N.m (40 in. lb) (Qty. 3)
  6. - Plastic washer 
  7. - Guide 
    • Remove or install bumper by pulling out of guides (left and right) or pushing into guides parallel
  8. - Side marker 
    • USA only
  9. - Spoiler 
    • Clipped into cover
    • Not necessary to remove when removing cover
  10. - Bolt 
    • 4.5 N.m (40 in. lb) (Qty. 5)
  11. - Cover section 
    • Only required for painted covers
Fig 1: Identifying Front Bumper Components (Up To 02.98)
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