Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

1. 1
   Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. 2
   Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. 3
   Remove all related panels and components.

   

4. 4
   Remove the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1).

   

5. 5
   Cut the front bumper impact bar left and right.
6. 6
   Locate and mark all factory welds.

   

7. 7
   Drill all factory welds.

   

8. 8
   Remove the remaining parts of 8. the front bumper impact bar.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the front bumper impact bar on the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the 8 front bumper impact bar bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N·m.

Note: Use only the original front bumper impact bar bolts. Replace bolts if damaged.

1. 1
   Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
2. 2
   Install all related panels and components.
3. 3
   Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
4. 4
   Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.