Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the pin-type retainers.

Fig 1: Removing Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the screws.

Fig 2: Removing Screws
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Remove the six screws (three each side).

Fig 3: Removing Six Screws (Three Each Side)
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NOTE: If a new splash shield is to be installed, remove and discard the additional J-nut from the lower edge of the splash shield.

Remove the four splash shield screws (two each side).
- Position each splash shield aside.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Splash Shield
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From the wheel opening, remove the four front bumper cover nuts (two each side).

Fig 5: Identifying Front Bumper Cover Nuts (2 Each Side)
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If equipped, disconnect the two side lamp electrical connectors (one each side).

Fig 6: Disconnecting Side Lamp Electrical Connector
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Release the two tabs at the upper corners of the front bumper cover (one each side).

Fig 7: Releasing Tabs At Upper Corners Of Front Bumper Cover
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Remove the front bumper cover.

Fig 8: Removing Front Bumper Cover
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Transfer components as necessary.