XF (X250) V8-5.0L SC (2010)
Front Bumper: Service and Repair
Front Bumper Mounting
Removal
1.
NOTE:
The front bumper mounting is manufactured from High Strength Low Alloy steel, 350MPa, (HSLA350).
The front bumper mounting is serviced as a separate weld-on panel, it is also serviced on the front side member & suspension top mount assembly.
2. The front bumper mounting is replaced in conjunction with:
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Front bumper cover
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Front bumper
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Hood latch panel
3. For additional information relating to this repair procedure please see the following: For additional information, refer to Health and Safety
Precautions
For additional information, refer to Body Repairs
For additional information, refer to Corrosion Protection
For additional information, refer to Body and Frame
4. Remove the hood latch panel. For additional information, refer to Hood Latch Panel See: Doors, Hood and Trunk/Hood/Hood Latch/Service and
Repair/Hood Latch Panel
5. Disconnect the generator electrical connectors.
6. Drill out the spot welds.
7. Separate the joints and remove the old panel.
Installation
1.
NOTE:
Remove the caged nuts for the front bumper fixings, to allow for preparation.
Prepare the old and new panel joint surfaces.