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 center guide rails.

Drill out the 5 blind rivets (arrow).

4. Remove the impact absorber wiring harness.

Release the 5 cable ties.

5. Remove the impact bar (3).

• | Remove the windshield washer reserve tank bolt (2).

• | Remove the 4 nuts and 4 bolts (1).

### Installation Procedure

Important: Observe protective wax corrosion protection measures.

1. Seal the cavity.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Use NEW nuts

2. Install the impact bar.

• | Install the 4 bolts/nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the 4 nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

• | Tighten the windshield washer reserve tank bolt.

Important: Ensure the impact absorber wiring harness is correctly routed.

3. Install the impact absorber wiring harness.

Fasten the 5 cable ties.

4. Install the center guide rails.

Install the 5 blind rivets.

5. Install the headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Replacement - Left Side , Headlamp Replacement - Right Side , or Headlamp Replacement .
6. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .