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
- Pull the upper edge of the front bumper fascia forward and install the front bumper fascia upper support.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the front bumper fascia upper support to the headlamp mounting bracket bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the front bumper fascia to upper support bolts to 7 N.m (61 lb in).
- Install the front bumper fascia upper support to the center radiator support bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the upper support to center radiator support bolts to 7 N.m (61 lb in).
- Install the top center bolt (by the hood latch) on the front bumper fascia.
Tighten
Tighten the upper support to center radiator support bolts to 7 N.m (61 lb in).
- Install the push-in retainers on the top of the front bumper fascia
- Reposition the right and left air baffles and install the push-in retainers.
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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.