Front Bumper Removal/Installation: Notes

1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Notes
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the front fog light connectors for vehicles with front fog lights.
  3. Remove the front side marker lights. (See FRONT SIDE MARKER LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1 .
    Fig 1: Removing Order Of Front Bumper
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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