Ford Escape: Bumpers / Removal and Installation - Front Bumper Cover

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
   Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
   

1. On both sides.
   Remove the push pins and position the fender liner aside.
   

1. On both sides.
   Release the retainers, release the clips and position front fender moulding aside.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Remove the screws and the engine undershield.
   Torque: 18 lb.in (2 Nm)

1. Remove the screws.
   Torque: 18 lb.in (2 Nm)

1. Disconnect the front bumper cover harness electrical connector.
   

1. On both sides.
   Remove the front bumper cover to fender bracket bolts and release the tab.
   Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

1. With the help of an assistant.
   Remove the screws, release the clips and remove the front bumper cover.
   Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.