Depending on the year of manufacture, the attachment points may differ.

Front bumper

-open the hood.

-in the opening between the headlights take out three pistons (inserted from top to bottom).

-around the bottom of the bumper, Unscrew nine screws (spun up).

-turn the wheels to the side.

-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 of the bumper to the wings.

-we release the latch in the wings (pull the corners of the bumper towards you).

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

-disconnect electrical connectors.

Front bumper mounting scheme Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009)

Front bumper mounting scheme Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009)

 

Rear bumper

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-open the trunk lid.

-in the opening of the trunk, Unscrew the six bolts and take out two pistons.

-unscrew the four screws (spun up) around the perimeter of the bottom of the bumper.

-in the wheel arches, we release the fender liner (rear).

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

-we release the latch in the wings (pull the corners of the bumper towards you).

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

-disconnect electrical connectors (if any).

Rear bumper mounting scheme Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009)

Rear bumper mounting scheme Toyota 4Runner (2002-2009)

 

How to remove front and rear bumper Toyota 4Runner (1995-2002)

How to remove front and rear bumper Toyota 4Runner (2010+)