Front Bumper Fascia Replacement SS

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
3. Remove the 2 bumper bolts. Refer to Front Bumper Replacement .



4. Remove the 4 bolts (1) from the side support bracket.
5. Remove the 2 push-pins (2) from the top of the fascia.



6. Heat the fascia, using the J 25070 152 mm (6.0 in) from the surface.
7. Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
8. Remove the fascia from the bumper surface using a plastic, flat-bladed tool.
9. Remove all adhesive from the bumper and the back of the fascia using 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
10. Clean the fascia and bumper surfaces using varnish makers and painters (VMP) naptha.



11. Remove the fascia from the bumper.



12. Remove the air inlet grille panels.



13. Remove the center lower grille (1).

1. Install the center lower grille (1).



2. Install the air inlet grille panels.



3. Warm the bumper surface with the J 25070 152 mm (6.0 in) from the surface to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the bumper.

4. Remove the backing from the front end of the bumper.
5. Press the fascia to the bumper surface while continuing to remove the backing.
6. Hand roll the fascia to the bumper to ensure proper adhesion.
7. Inspect the fascia for bonding.



8. Install the fascia to the bumper.



9. Install the 2 push-pins (2) to the top of the fascia.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

10. Install the 4 bolts (1) into the side support bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2.8 N·m (25 lb in).

11. Install the bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Replacement .
12. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
13. Close the hood.