Note: Section in specified areas only. Sectioning outside of these areas may compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle. The sectioning procedures have been developed as a more cost-effective alternative to complete replacement.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. Repair as much of the damaged area as possible. Refer to Dimensions - Body.
4. Remove all related panels and components.

Remove the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement.

5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.




Note: Note the number and location of the welds for installations of the service part.

6. Locate and drill out all of the necessary factory welds.
7. Remove the front bumper energy absorber fasteners (1).
8. Remove the damaged front bumper energy absorber.

1. Position the front bumper energy absorber.
2. Install the front bumper energy absorber fasteners (1) and tighten to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).




Note: Refer to Welded, Brazed, and Riveted Joint Specifications

3. Spot weld the front bumper energy absorber accordingly.
4. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
5. Install all related panels and components.

Install the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement.

6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.