MDX V6-3471cc 3.5L (2002)
Front Bumper: Service and Repair
Front Bumper Removal/Installation
NOTE:
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Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the front bumper.
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Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the front bulkhead cover.
2. Remove the bolts (A) securing both front under spoilers (B), front bumper (C), and both front inner fenders (D).
3. Remove the screws (E) and clips (F, G).
4. With the help of an assistant, pull the front bumper forward to release the hooks (H) of the center upper beam (I) and corner upper beam (J), then
remove the bumper from the body. If necessary, remove the clips (K), then remove the under spoilers.
5. Disconnect both front fog light connectors (L).
6. If necessary, detach the clips (M) and remove the absorber (N).
7. Install the front bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Make sure the front fog light connectors are plugged in properly.
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Fit the front bumper side stiffener pins (O) into the holes in each front fender.
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Make sure the front bumper engages the hooks (of the center and both comer upper beams) on each side securely.
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Replace any damaged clips.