How to remove front and rear bumper Mitsubishi Colt (1995-2003)

Mitsubishi Colt V CJ (1995-2003)

Depending on the year of manufacture, the attachment points may vary slightly.

Front bumper

The bumper can be removed with or without a metal reinforcement. Below is a description of dismantling with a metal amplifier.

-open the hood.

-from the bottom side, unscrew the screws that secure the lower part (except for those that attach the amplifier to the bumper).

-turn the wheels, depending on which side we will disassemble.

-in the wheel wells, unscrew the screws that secure the fender liner (front).

-unscrew one screw on each side (spun up) that attach the corners to the wings.

-from the side of the engine compartment, unscrew the four bolts that secure the amplifier to the body.

-with an assistant, gently pull the bumper forward (look behind the wires).

-disconnect electrical connectors (if any).

front bumper attachment points Mitsubishi Colt V CJ (1995-2003)

Mitsubishi Colt V CJ front bumper mounting scheme (1995-2003)

 

Rear bumper

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

The bumper can be removed with or without a metal reinforcement. Below is a description of dismantling with a metal amplifier.

-open the trunk lid.

-at the bottom of the bumper, unscrew the four screws.

-in the wheel arches, unscrew the screws that secure the fender liner arches (rear).

-unscrew one screw on each side that attach the corners of the bumper to the wings.

-we release the clips in the wings.

-unscrew the bolts that secure the bumper amplifier to the body.

-with an assistant, pull the rear bumper back (look for the wires).

-disconnect electrical connectors.

rear bumper mounting points Mitsubishi Colt V CJ (1995-2003)

Mitsubishi Colt V CJ rear bumper mounting scheme (1995-2003)

 

 

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