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# FRONT BUMPER > REMOVAL

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1. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Remove the 2 screws.

1. Pull the radiator grille in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration to detach the 5 claws and remove the radiator grille.

2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH

1. Remove the screw.

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 3 clips.

1. Partially remove the fender liner.

   HINT:
     It is not necessary to fully remove the fender liner. Partially remove it so that the bumper cover can be removed in a later step.

3. REMOVE ENGINE SIDE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (for 4WD)

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Remove the 3 bolts and engine side cover.

4. REMOVE ENGINE SIDE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for 4WD)

HINT:

  Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 9 clips.

1. Put protective tape under the front fender.

1. Detach the 4 claws and remove the bumper cover.

6. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE RETAINER LH

1. Remove the screw.

1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and remove the side retainer.

   HINT:
     Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

7. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE RETAINER RH

HINT:

  Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

8. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the 4 nuts and reinforcement.

9. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT EXTENSION LH (for 4WD)

1. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and remove the reinforcement extension.

   HINT:
     Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

10. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT EXTENSION RH (for 4WD)

HINT:

  Use the same procedures described for the LH side.