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Front Bumper Reinforcement Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the front combination light. (See FRONT COMBINATION LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the horn. (See HORN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Set the following parts out of the way:
    1. Under cover
    2. Electric power steering oil pump
    3. Washer tank
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
    CAUTION:
    • If bolt A (only one location on the lower left) is removed, always replace it with the specialized replacement part (Part No. BPYK 50 0Z2) to ensure proper horn ground connection.
      Fig 1: Front Bumper Reinforcement With Torque Specifications
      G02566607Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      REMOVAL ORDER OF FRONT BUMPER

      Removal Order Part
      1 Fastener
      2 Energy-absorbing foam
      3 Bolt A
      4 Bolt B
      5 Front bumper reinforcement (See Front Bumper Reinforcement installation Note .)
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. After installation, verify that the horn functions normally.