Ford Explorer: Bumpers / Removal and Installation - Front Bumper

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Bumpers / Removal and Installation - Front Bumper

Removal

Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).

With the help of assistant.
Remove the bolts and the front bumper.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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