GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 GMC Suburban - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Bumpers 🢒 Front Bumper Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.

    2. Object Number: 264988 Size: SH
  2. Remove the bumper to the brace bolts and washers.
  3. Remove the bumper to the bracket bolts and washers.

    4. Object Number: 264990 Size: LH
  4. Remove the bumper from the vehicle.
  5. Remove the guards (6, 7) from the bumper, if equipped.
  6. Remove the air deflector (8) from the bumper, if equipped. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement .

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the air deflector to the bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 264990 Size: LH

    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.

  2. Install the guards (6, 7) to the bumper with the nuts, if equipped.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the guard to the bumper nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the bumper to the vehicle.

    4. Object Number: 264988 Size: SH
  4. Install the bumper bolts and the washers to the bracket.
  5. Install the bumper bolts and the washers to the brace.
  6. Align the bumper laterally to the grille area.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the bumper to the bracket and the brace bolts to 112 N·m (83 lb ft).