How to Replace a Front Bumper

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.