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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 557 (BUMPER SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFASCIA REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUMPER - LOWER (AZTEK)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front fender liners. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement in Body Front End.
Remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement (Aztek) or Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement (Rendezvous) in Lighting Systems.
Remove the fog lamps. Refer to Fog Lamp Replacement - Front (Aztek) or Fog Lamp Replacement - Front (Rendezvous) in Lighting Systems.
Remove the bolts from the front bumper fascia at the fender.

Fig 1: View Of Front Bumper Fascia Bolts (Aztek)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the push-in retainers from the upper bumper fascia support using J 38778 .

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Bumper Fascia Support Push-In Retainers (Aztek)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the push-in retainers to the fascia at the front bumper energy absorber using J 38778 .

Fig 3: Locating Front Bumper Energy Absorber Push-In Retainers (Aztek)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the fascia from the vehicle.
Remove the grilles from the fascia. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement (Aztek) or Fascia Grille Replacement (Rendezvous) .
Remove the fascia outer support from the fascia.
Remove the upper fascia from the lower fascia.

Fig 4: View of Upper & Lower Fascia (Aztek)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.