Front Bumper removal

[TDX Dogg]

ok, so I was trying to remove the front bumper cover on my 99 XLT and I noticed that there are some very hard to reach screws behind the bumper cover. I checked the other threads and I see it's easier to take off the actual bumper and remove the cover that way, but can anyone tell me if there's anything complicated in doing this? I figure disconnect the battery and undo a few nuts and bolts but how many bolts/nuts is there to be undone?

 

[jimbo74]

not 100% sure, but there should be only 4 bolts

 

[99SportX]

Only 4 bolts, but disconnect the fog lights first. I tried to get the cover off once without removing the whole bumper and I couldn't get to all the screws. It is much easier to just take the 4 bolts out. So much more room to work.

 

[MONMIX]

99 hit the nail on the head.
Four bolts two wires and the thing is off. It is real cake. You may want a buddy over to help prevent the bumper form comming off into your lap.

If I am not mistaken it is either a 19mm or a 21mm nut.

 

[TDX Dogg]

Well, I got the old bumper off and put together the new bumper. It's going back on this afternoon after I wash the ride. Thanks everyone.