Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

1. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
2. Remove the front bumper energy absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Energy Absorber Replacement .
3. Remove the wiring harness from the rear of the front bumper impact bar.
4. Remove the horn bracket and set aside. Refer to Horn Replacement in Horns.
5. Remove the bolts from the front bumper impact bar.
6. Remove the front bumper impact bar from the vehicle.

1. Align the front bumper impact bar to the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the bolts to the front bumper impact bar at the body.

Tighten
Tighten the front bumper impact bar to body bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the wiring harness to the rear of the front bumper impact bar.
4. Install the horn bracket. Refer to Horn Replacement in Horns.
5. Install the front bumper energy absorber to the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Energy Absorber Replacement .
6. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .