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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012COLORADO 2WD L4-2.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEBUMPERFRONT BUMPERSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L4-2.9L
Front Bumper: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L4-2.9LSECTION Service and Repair
Front Bumper Replacement
Removal Procedure
1.Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
2.Remove the fog lamps, if applicable. Refer to Front Fog Lamp Replacement .
3.Remove the bolts that attach the bumper bracket to the frame.
4.Remove the bumper from the vehicle.
5.Remove the bolts that attach the bumper bracket to the bumper.
6.Remove the front bumper fascia (2) from the bumper (1). Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
Installation Procedure
1.Install the front bumper fascia (2) to the bumper (1). Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
2.Install the bumper bracket to the bumper.
Caution:Refer to Fastener Caution .
3.Install the bumper to bracket bolts and tighten to40 N �m (30 lb ft).
4.Install the bumper to the vehicle.
5.Install the bumper bracket to frame bolts and tighten to40 N �m (30 lb ft).
6.Install the fog lamps, if applicable. Refer to Front Fog Lamp Replacement .
7.Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.