Front Bumper Cover / Fascia: Service and Repair

Front Bumper Removal/Installation

NOTE:

- Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the front bumper.
- Take care not to scratch the front bumper or the body.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

1. Remove the front grille cover:

- '07 model
- '08-10 models Front Grille Cover Replacement

2. Remove the bolts (A), and detach the clips (B, C, D), then remove the screws (E, F) securing the front bumper (G).

'07 model





'08-10 models





3. Pull the front bumper (A) at the wheel arch areas to release it from the hooks (B) on the side spacer (C).






4. With the help of an assistant, pull the front bumper to release it from the hooks (A) on the center upper beam (B).






5. Remove the front bumper (A). If equipped, disconnect the front fog light connectors (B) and the front corner sensor connectors (C) on both sides. If necessary, release the hooks (D) (four places), then remove the front bumper air spoiler (E).

'07 model





'08-10 models





6. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the front bumper securely engages the hooks on both corner upper beams and both side spacers.
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.