Lincoln Aviator: Bumpers / Removal and Installation - Front Bumper
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
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Release the tabs and remove the front bumper energy absorber.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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With the help of assistant.
Remove the bolts and the front bumper.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
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Turn the ignition ON, engine OFF.
Set the parking brake.
Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R) for rear parking aid sensors.
Place the gearshift in DRIVE (D) for front parking aid sensors...
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NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Valve guides tend to wear in an hourglass pattern.
The ball gauge can be inserted into the combustion chamber side of the
valve guide, if necessary.
Use a ball gauge to determine the inside diameter of
the valve guides in 2 directions at the top, middle and bottom of the
valve guide...