Removing the front bumper from the car may be required in such cases:
- replacement due to significant damage (after the accident);
- repair of minor damage;
- replacement to change the appearance or aerodynamic properties (restyling).
Front bumper in a modern car, and the Ford Focus is no exception, performs several functions. First of all, this is a function of mitigating frontal impact, for what, actually, this body part was originally designed. in addition, the front bumper plays not the last role in the general concept of body design, that is, is an integral part of the external "picture" of the car. Also, having the right one, thoughtful form, this part of the body can significantly improve the aerodynamics of the car, improving stability and controllability in movement, especially at high speeds.
Ford Focus front bumper 2
The bumper is the most protruding part of the body, it is damaged much more often than other body parts. Therefore, this body part is removable, that is, not fastened to the other frame rigidly. This allows it to be quickly replaced if necessary. For the same reason, the front bumper in modern cars is made of polymeric materials, which are much cheaper than metal on the one hand, on the other hand, it is much easier.
With that, to Remove the Ford Focus Front Bumper, whether to replace it, or repair, it is not necessary to address in car service. This measure can be implemented independently, the same, as well as the reverse process, ie installation in place. Let's take a detailed look, how to remove this body part.
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Remove the front bumper Ford Focus
You will need tools to work:
- cross screwdriver with a tip of medium size;
- set of hexagonal keys (stars) or an electric screwdriver with the appropriate bits;
- straight screwdriver (may be needed to "fight" some latches).
Screwdriver with variable bits
Before you start removing the front bumper, it is necessary to wash a body well in front, including from below. After all, working with clean parts is much more pleasant and faster.
so, we will begin to gradually get to the front bumper, to remove it as a result:
- You should start from one side, gradually moving to another. Which way to start, does not matter. To facilitate access to the necessary fasteners, you need to turn the wheels in the right direction, and even better just remove them;
- First, the mudguards are removed, fixed with self-tapping screws under a Phillips screwdriver;
- The wing is removed, hexagons will be needed here;
- Now you need to find and unscrew the screws from below, fastening the bumper to the wing. But these are not all screws. One locking element must be unscrewed from the hood space. However, to get to it, you need to remove the headlight from the appropriate side, for which it is necessary to unscrew one self-tapping screw, unclip the two latches, and disconnect the electrical wires;
- Next, the radiator grille is removed, for which several screws are unscrewed, and the latches disconnect;
- It remains to remove the part from the hooks in the middle, and then perform similar actions on the other side of the front of the car;
- The last step is to disconnect the headlights, which will completely release the bumper.
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Installing bumper Ford Focus
Installation of a new or repaired bumper is carried out exactly the opposite. Truth, more convenient after joining the headlights, immediately attach the front removable body part to the center hooks, which arranges it symmetrically. Then connect the latches in series and tighten the screws in place.
For the whole process of removing the bumper Ford Focus front, taking into account the removal of the wheels, goes no more 2 hours. If someone will help, everything can be done much faster. The reverse process, ie installation, takes usually a little longer, especially if some screws have become unusable and have to look for a replacement. And in general, there is nothing complicated here, so replace the bumper yourself more, than real.