Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front Bumper Face Bar: Service and Repair

Front Bumper Impact Bar Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front bumper energy absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Energy Absorber Removal and Installation.




4. Remove the bolts and the front bumper impact bar.

Installation

CAUTION: Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

1. Install the front impact bar with the bolts.

Tighten: Tighten the front impact bar bolts to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).

2. Install the front bumper energy absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Energy Absorber Removal and Installation.
3. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation.




4. Connect the electrical connector.