How to Replace a Front Bumper
By Marc Howe on Jan 03, 2011 with Comments 0
The following guide will teach you How to Replace a Front Bumper. Follow the instructions below.
Things You’ll Need:
- Bumper
- Bumper Mounting Kit
- Floor Jack
- Socket and Ratchet Set
- 3/8 in. Drive Shallow Standard Socket Set
- 1/2 in. Drive Ratchet
- 3/8 in. Drive Torque Wrench
Estimated Costs
- DIY Costs: Est. $463.94 parts only
- Shop Costs: Est. $719.35 parts and labor
Instructions
- Locate the damaged areas of the front bumper.
- Disconnect the wires of Signals and Fog lamps to turn them off in case they are attached to the front bumper.
- Support the front bumper with floor jack and remove the mounting bracket bolts.
- Put the bumper to the ground carefully.
- Remove all components from the bumper i.e. turn signals, fog lights, a license plate and bumper trim
- Fix all the removed components to the new bumper.
- Install the new bumper and torque the mounting bolts according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Re-attach the wires of signals, fog lights (if applicable). Check the new bumper for proper alignment.
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