COLT/LANCER release before 8.88
Removing
Remove the front turn signals see point 24.2.
Loosen bumper mounting bolts arranged according to bumper variant -arrows-.
If necessary, remove the bumper support on the body.
Installation
With an assistant, insert the bumper and screw it to the supports.
Tighten bolts on left and right in wheel housings and on side rods.
Install direction indicators.
COLT/LANCER release since 9.88
Removing
Remove the lockers from the front wheel wells, see 20.6.
Detach bumper from left and right side links -1-.
Remove the air ducts from the bumper by releasing the bolts -2-.
Disconnect the ventilation grille -3-
Loosen bolts -4- and -5- on both sides.
Loosen 4 fixing bolts -6- on side members.
Pull the bumper straight ahead with an assistant.
If necessary, remove gasket -8- and bumper support -9-.
Note: If the bumper needs to be dismantled, use pliers to compress the clips from the inside and at the same time press forward. When installing, insert the clips until they click into place. If there is a glued decorative strip (molding), it can be removed and replaced separately. To do this, clean the surface under the bar with gasoline, remove the protective paper from the new bar and press it down.
Installation
With an assistant, insert the bumper and attach to the supports.
Screw in the bolts and insert the decorative grille in the reverse order as described for removal.
Insert and secure the lockers in the wheel arches.