Front Bumper

Removal

PROCEDURE

1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it on stands.

2. Remove the screws (photo left) and remove the lower splash guards (photo right).

Sedan and Hatchback Models

3. Remove the screws in the wheel wells and disconnect the upper part of the bumper from the body.

4. Remove the screws and disconnect the lower part of the bumper from the supports.

5. Working under the vehicle, remove the 4 bolts securing the bumper brackets to the side members.

6. On some vehicles, disconnect the clips securing the plastic bumper section to the lower front body panel.

7. Disconnect the battery ground cable and disconnect the fog light connectors (if equipped).

8. Remove the bumper (arrow) by pulling it toward you and remove the brackets.

9. If necessary, disconnect the plastic bumper trim by releasing the clips.

Coupe Models

10. Release the clips and remove the wheel arch protector panels on both sides.

11. Release the clips securing the lower part of the spoiler to the body and brackets.

12. Remove the bolts securing the upper part of the spoiler.

13. Disconnect the battery ground cable and disconnect the fog light connectors.

14. Carefully remove the spoiler from the bumper.

15. From the wheel arch side, remove the 5 nuts on each side securing the bumper to the front of the fenders.

16. Remove the bolts from the upper part of the bumper.

17. Remove the bumper.

18. If necessary, remove the bolts (working from below the front of the fender) and remove the bumper frame with the energy absorber.

Installation: Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal.