Front Fascia: Removal: Removal

Release hood latch and open hood.
Remove large rubber grommet (70 mm x 168 mm) from splash shield to gain access to fascia fasteners (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Access Rubber Grommet
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Remove fasteners attaching fascia to the front fender and splash shield.
Remove the nuts on the fascia studs through the splash shield access holes on each side (Fig 2 ).

Fig 2: Fastener Locations
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Remove the fasteners attaching the fascia to the lower crossmember (Fig 3 ).

Fig 3: Remove Push Pin Fasteners
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Remove the fasteners attaching the fascia to the upper radiator closure panel (Fig 3 ).
Disconnect wire connectors (fog lamps, parking/ turn signal, side marker), if equipped (Fig 4 ).

Fig 4: Front Bumper Fascia
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Remove fascia from vehicle.