Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement 1500

1. Remove all related panels and components.
2. Remove damaged bumper bracket.

Important: Do not remove any material from end of frame rail.

3. Position the service template on the end of the frame rail. Use 3M's Repositionable Adhesive or equivalent.
4. Drill three 13 mm (1/2 in) holes at locations indicated on template.

Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to the Publication GM 4901M-D-2000 "GM Approved Refinish Materials" for recommended products. Do not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.

5. Apply approved anti-corrosion primer to bare metal surfaces.
6. Position replacement bumper bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

7. Install the bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

Front Bumper Impact Bar Bracket Replacement 2500

1. Remove all related panels and components.
2. Remove the damaged bumper bracket.
3. Visually inspect the frame and restore all damage to factory specifications using 3-dimensional measuring.

Important: If the vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, discard original fasteners.

4. Align the replacement bracket lower bolt holes with tow hook mounting locations and install the bolts (1) supplied.



5. Align the front edge of bracket with front edge of frame and mark upper bolt locations (1) on frame.



6. Rotate the bracket forward and drill 13 mm (1/2 in) holes in frame at upper bolt locations.
7. Rotate the bracket back into position.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




8. Install the fasteners supplied.

Tighten
Tighten the torque bracket fasteners to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).