For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
2. Remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement - Left Side , Headlamp Replacement - Right Side , or Headlamp Replacement .
3. Remove the impact absorber. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
4. Remove the windshield washer reserve tank.

• | Disconnect the windshield washer pump wiring harness plug (1).

• | Disconnect the windshield wash system (2) from pump.

• | Remove the rear window wash system (3) from pump.

• | Remove the 2 hoses from the guide.

• | Remove the 2 bolts (4 and 5).

5. For vehicles with a high-pressure headlamp wash system, disconnect the pump wiring harness plug.

Important:

• | Depending on the degree of damage, one or both impact absorbers must be replaced. Inspect for twisted screwing points and bent attachment surfaces on the front member.

• | During production, impact bars are spot-welded to the side member closure plate. These welds are not replaced during service.

6. Remove the impact bar bracket (1).

• | Drill out 4 spot welds (I and II).

• | Remove the 4 bolts (arrows).

### Installation Procedure

1. Prime the connecting flange side member (2) and the drilled holes (1) in top front.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: When replacing the impact bar, the new parts do not require painting in the service department.

2. Install the impact bar bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the 4 bolts (1) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

3. Mark the heads of the bolts with paint.

Important: Observe protective wax corrosion protection measures.

4. Apply the cavity sealing/protective wax to the mounting surfaces and connecting flanges.
5. Connect the wiring harness to impact bar bracket.

Fasten the 2 cable ties.

6. Install the windshield washer reserve tank.

Tighten
Tighten the 2 bolts to 3.5 N·m (32 lb in).

• | Install the 2 hoses the into guide.

• | Install the rear window wash system hose to the pump.

• | Install the front window wash system hose to the pump.

• | Connect windshield washer pump wiring harness plug.

7. For vehicles with a high-pressure headlamp wash system, connect the pump wiring harness plug.
8. Install the impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
9. Install the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement - Left Side , Headlamp Replacement - Right Side , or Headlamp Replacement .
10. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .