Front Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Bumper Rail, Front

NOTE: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Removing the front bumper rail







Remove the front section. See: Front end. Service and Repair
Remove the bracket for the power steering. It is secured using 4 M8 screws.
Hang up the unit using wire.

Remove:
- the front screw, 1 x M6, for the washer reservoir
- the horn. It is secured using 2 M6 screws
- the cable harness and washer hose from the bumper rail.

NOTE: Note how the washer hose and cable are routed on the rail.

Support the radiator assembly. Detach the radiator. It is secured using 4 M8 screws.
Remove the remaining 6 M8 screws for the bumper rail. Remove the bumper rail.

Installation

NOTE: For tightening torques, see: Tightening torque.

Installing the front bumper rail







Install:
- the bumper rail using the 6 M6 screws. Wait before installing the 2 screws for the servo unit
- the radiator using the 4 M8 screws
- the servo unit using the 4 M8 screws
- the cable harness and washer hose on the bumper rail
- the horn using the 2 M6 screws
- the washer reservoir using the 1 M6 screw
- the front section as described in Front end.

Rustproof. See: Rustproofing.