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

Removal

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

1. Remove the fender splash shield.
   Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
   

1. On both sides.
   
   1. Disconnect the headlamp electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainer.
      
   2. Remove the screws.
      Torque: 19 lb.in (2.2 Nm)
   3. Remove the headlamp.
      

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. NOTE: LH side only.

   Detach the wiring harness retainer and disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness electrical connector.
   

1. NOTE: RH side only.

   Disconnect the fog lamp electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness retainer.
   

1. Release the tabs and position the hood lock handle aside.
   

1. If equipped.
   Remove the trim pin and position the air inlet tube aside.
   

1. Remove the front bumper cover screws and push pins.
   

1. Remove the front bumper cover to air deflector bolts.
   Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

1. With the help of an assistant.
   Remove the bolts and front bumper cover.
   Torque: 42 lb.in (4.8 Nm)

Installation

1. Install the front bumper cover and thighten the bolts in sequence shown.
   Torque: 48 lb.in (5.4 Nm)

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.