Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the front bumper fascia to the vehicle.
- Install the push-in retainers to the front bumper fascia to front bumper fascia upper support.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the bolts to the front bumper fascia.
Tighten
Tighten the front bumper fascia fender bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the screws to the front bumper fascia to front fender liner.
Tighten
Tighten the front bumper fascia to front fender liner screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the bolt to the front bumper fascia upper support.
Tighten
Tighten front bumper fascia upper support bolt to 7 N.m (61 lb in).
- Install the push-in retainers to the front bumper fascia radiator air baffle.
- Install the fog lamps. Refer to FOG LAMP REPLACEMENT - FRONT in Lighting Systems, if equipped.
- Install the headlight. Refer to HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT in Lighting Systems.
- Lower the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
- Remove the protective tape that may have been applied during the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.