How to Replace the Front Bumper: 2009-2014 Ford F-150

Watch this video to learn how to replace the front bumper on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150.

Replacing Front Bumper on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150: What You Need

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Parts Checklist

• Front Bumper

Tightening Torques

There are no tightening torques for this operation.

Tools Checklist

Here’s the toolbox we recommend to repair your Ford F-150: HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set

List of tools:

• Ratchet
• Long 10mm socket
• 10mm socket
• Fork
• Needle-nose pliers

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Turn off the engine and engage the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle and open the hood.

Step 2: Unscrew the front bumper’s upper retaining screws using a ratchet and long 10mm socket from the engine compartment.

Step 3: Spray penetrating oil on the two lower retaining screws located on either side of the protective rubber in the engine compartment. Unscrew them with a ratchet and long 10mm socket.

Step 4: Spray the front bumper’s retaining screw in the driver’s side wheel arch with penetrating oil. Unscrew it using a ratchet, extender, and 10mm socket. Remove the screw and metal bracket.

Step 5: Repeat step 4 on the passenger side, having someone hold the bumper for safety.

Step 6: Use a fork to remove three clips from the front bumper’s rubber protector via the engine compartment.

Step 7: With assistance, remove the front bumper. If replacing due to collision, consider replacing bumper brackets.

Step 8: Separate the valance from the front bumper:

• Spray degreaser on screws holding the metal bracket.
• Unscrew three screws with a ratchet and 10mm socket, then remove the metal bracket. Repeat for the other side.
• Unscrew 15 screws attaching valance to bumper using a ratchet and 10mm socket (apply penetrating oil if needed).
• Press and remove clips holding plastic pieces on the bumper, including license plate holder.
• Remove clips holding lower cover valance on the front bumper.
• Separate the front bumper from the valance.

Step 9: Prepare the new front bumper:

• Replace mounting clips from the old bumper.
• Screw metal bracket onto the front bumper. Repeat for the other side.
• Consider replacing valance with a new one.

Step 10: Attach the front bumper and valance:

• Reattach clips to secure valance.
• Reinstall license plate holder.
• Clip plastic pieces onto the front bumper.
• Screw in the 15 screws attaching the front bumper to the valance.

Step 11: Install the new front bumper:

• Slide the bumper under the bumper cover.
• Screw in two upper retaining screws on each side of the hood opening system.
• Screw in the two screws on the rubber protector.
• Reattach the rubber protector’s three clips to the front bumper.

Step 12: Replace the bracket in its lower slot and screw in the lower screw by hand.

Step 13: Repeat step 12 for the top of the bracket. Finish tightening all screws.

Compatible Vehicles

The operation and tools displayed in the video should be available on the following vehicles:

• 2009 Ford F150
• 2010 Ford F150
• 2011 Ford F150
• 2012 Ford F150
• 2013 Ford F150
• 2014 Ford F150

Important Reminders

We recommend that you have a second person assist you by holding the front bumper in place for safety while you unscrew the last retaining screw.

When you change your front bumper due to a collision, you may need to replace the bumper brackets as well.

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