1. Open the hood and remove the upper bolts:
- Open the hood of your Escape.
- Identify the two bolts that secure the top of the front bumper to the vehicle's frame. They are usually located near the corners of the bumper.
- Use a wrench or ratchet to loosen and remove these bolts.
2. Remove the front wheel well liners:
- Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left.
- Remove the 4 bolts that secure the front wheel well liner to the wheel well.
- Carefully pull out the wheel well liner to expose the front bumper mounting bolts.
- Repeat the process on the other side.
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors:
- Identify the electrical connectors that are attached to the front bumper. They are usually located on the sides and bottom of the bumper.
- Disconnect these connectors by pressing down on the release tab and pulling the connectors apart.
4. Remove the bumper cover:
- Locate the bolts or screws that secure the bumper cover to the vehicle's frame. There may be several of these bolts or screws located along the top, sides, and bottom of the bumper.
- Use a wrench or ratchet to loosen and remove these bolts or screws.
- Once all the bolts or screws are removed, carefully pull the bumper cover straight off the vehicle.
5. Reinstall the bumper:
- To reinstall the bumper, simply follow the steps in reverse order. Make sure to reconnect the electrical connectors and align the bumper cover properly before securing it with the bolts or screws.
