Front Bumper Shock Absorber: Service and Repair

Front Bumper Fascia Energy Absorber Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement).




2. Remove the bolts (1) and retainers attaching the energy absorber (2) to the front impact bar.
3. Remove the energy absorber (2) from the impact bar.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the energy absorber (2) to the impact bar.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the bolts (1) and retainers that attach the energy absorber (2) to the impact bar and tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb in).
3. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement).