FRONT BUMPER > REMOVAL

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1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.



2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


B106147

  1. Using a clip remover, remove the 7 clips and duct seal.



3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER


B107493

  1. Using a clip remover, remove the 3 clips.

  1. Remove the 10 screws and under cover.



4. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH


B106148

  1. Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 clips.

  1. Partially remove the fender liner.

    HINT:
    It is not necessary to fully remove the fender liner. Partially remove it so that the bumper assembly can be removed later.



5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH

HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.



6. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE GARNISH

  1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the 2 garnishes.



7. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER

  1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

    HINT:
    Put protective tape under the front fender.



    B109982

  1. Remove the 6 screws and 5 bolts.



    B106150E01

  1. Pull the bumper cover to detach the 3 claws on the LH side.

  1. Pull the bumper cover to detach the 3 claws on the RH side and remove the bumper cover.

  1. w/ Clearance sonar system:
    Disconnect the ultrasonic sensor connector.



8. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER


B107497E01

  1. Remove the 4 clips and cover.



9. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ENERGY ABSORBER


B109983

  1. Remove the energy absorber.



10. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT


B110484E01

  1. Detach the clamp and remove the cooler thermistor from the reinforcement.

  1. Remove the 6 bolts and reinforcement.



11. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE RETAINER LH


B100623E05

  1. Remove the screw.

  1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the retainer.



12. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE RETAINER RH

HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.