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Front Bumper Fascia Lower Support Replacement Impala

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 457535  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the lower front bumper fascia.

  2. Object Number: 457541  Size: SH
  3. Remove the push-in retainers from the front bumper fascia lower support at the front bumper impact bar using J 38778 .
  4. Remove the front bumper fascia lower support from the front bumper fascia and front bumper impact bar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 457541  Size: SH
  1. Install the front bumper fascia lower support to the front bumper impact bar.
  2. Install the push-in the retainers to the front bumper fascia lower support at the front of the bumper impact bar.
  3. 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.


    Object Number: 457535  Size: SH
  4. Install the screws to the lower front bumper fascia.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to the lower front bumper fascia to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

Front Bumper Fascia Lower Support Replacement Monte Carlo

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 457297  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the lower front bumper fascia.

  2. Object Number: 457302  Size: SH
  3. Remove the push-in the retainers from the front bumper fascia lower support at the front bumper impact bar using J 38778 .
  4. Remove the front bumper fascia lower support from the front bumper fascia and front bumper impact bar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 457302  Size: SH
  1. Install the front bumper fascia lower support to the front bumper impact bar.
  2. Install the push-in the retainers to the front bumper fascia lower support at the front of the bumper impact bar.
  3. 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.


    Object Number: 457297  Size: SH
  4. Install the screws to the lower front bumper fascia.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to the lower front bumper fascia to 2 N·m (18 lb in).