Chevrolet Suburban XI (2015–2020): How to Remove the Bumpers.

Chevrolet Suburban MK11. Model code: GMT K2YC/G. Production: 2015-2020.

Body type: 4-door SUV

Useful:

The bumper mounting locations are almost identical to those of the Chevrolet Tahoe IV generation 2015-2020.

Also known as:

  • GMC Yukon XL

  • Cadillac Escalade ESV

Bumper material (may vary):

  • Thermoplastic polyolefin elastomer, marked >TPO<

How to Remove the Front Bumper:

 

  1. Open the hood.

  2. (If installed) Under the hood, remove twelve clips and take off the cover.

  3. Under the cover, unscrew six bolts (screwed from top to bottom) that secure the top side of the front bumper and the radiator grille.

  4. For convenience, turn the front wheels alternately toward the inside of the wheel arch.

  5. In the wheel arches, unscrew four screws on each side and release the front part of the wheel liners.

  6. Unscrew one screw on each side that secures the corners to the fenders.

  7. From underneath the vehicle, unscrew eight bolts (bolts of different sizes).

  8. Release the clips in the fenders (the clips are fragile, so bend the wheel liners and unscrew a few turns the three screws on each side that secure the plastic brackets to the fenders).

  9. With the help of an assistant, remove the bumper by pulling it forward (pay attention to the wires).

  10. Disconnect the connectors of the fog lights (if installed) and other electronic components (if installed).

Attachment points of the front bumper of the Chevrolet Suburban XI (2015–2020)

Front bumper attachment diagram of the Chevrolet Suburban XI (2015–2020)

How to Remove the Rear Bumper:

⇒Useful tips on how to remove the bumper and not break anything.⇐

  1. Open the trunk lid.

  2. In the trunk opening, unscrew four screws (TORX) that secure the top part of the rear bumper.

  3. From underneath the vehicle, unscrew six screws (screwed from bottom to top) that secure the bottom part.

  4. (On the left and right sides) In the wheel arch, unscrew five screws that secure the rear part of the wheel liner and one screw (screwed from bottom to top) that secures the corner to the fender.

  5. Release the clips in the fenders (grab the corner with your hands and, with a slight pull, tug it toward you).

  6. With the help of an assistant, remove the bumper by pulling it backward (be careful not to damage the wiring harness).

  7. On the right side, in the direction of travel, disconnect the common electrical connector.

Attachment points of the rear bumper of the Chevrolet Suburban XI (2015–2020)

Rear bumper attachment diagram of the Chevrolet Suburban XI (2015–2020)